A1verb 1K

Run

🇬🇧 UK /["/rʌn/","/rʌnz/","/ræn/","/ˈrʌnɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/rʌn/","/rʌnz/","/ræn/","/ˈrʌnɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Run

to move using your legs, going faster than when you walk

In simple words: to move quickly on your feet

Run in a sentence

• I like to run every morning to stay healthy.
• She needs to run to catch the bus.
• He will run the meeting tomorrow.
• The computer program will run smoothly after the update.
• They have a plan to run a charity event this weekend.

How to use Run

Commonly used in many contexts, from physical activity to operating machines and systems. In formal contexts, consider specifying the type of run (e.g., 'run a meeting'). 'Run' can be informal in conversations about hobbies or fitness.

Grammar pattern

run + object (for running a race) or standalone

Memory hint

Think 'run like the wind' to remember the speed and movement involved.

Related words

Collocations with Run

• fast
• quickly
• blindly
• begin to
• start to
• get up and
• down
• into
• out of
• efficiently
• properly
• well
• try to
• manage to
• help (to)
• regularly
• late
• between
• from
• to
• efficiently
• smoothly
• continuously
• on
• be up and running
• smoothly
• concurrently
• consecutively
• successfully
• unsuccessfully
• for

Synonyms for Run

• organize

Opposites of Run

• walk
• sit
• stay

Common mistakes with Run

• 'Run' is sometimes confused with 'jog' (running at a slow pace).
• Learners may incorrectly use 'run' for things like 'I run a car' instead of 'I drive a car.'
• 'Run' can be incorrectly used in past forms (e.g., 'runned' instead of 'ran').

Frequently asked questions about Run

What does Run mean?

to move quickly on your feet

What is the definition of Run?

to move using your legs, going faster than when you walk

How do you use Run in a sentence?

I like to run every morning to stay healthy.

Can you give another example of Run?

She needs to run to catch the bus.

What are synonyms for Run?

Common alternatives include organize.

What is the opposite of Run?

Opposite meanings include walk, sit, stay.

What words go with Run?

It commonly pairs with fast, quickly, blindly, begin to, start to, get up and, down, into, out of, efficiently, properly, well, try to, manage to, help (to), regularly, late, between, from, to, efficiently, smoothly, continuously, on, be up and running, smoothly, concurrently, consecutively, successfully, unsuccessfully, for.

What are common mistakes when using Run?

'Run' is sometimes confused with 'jog' (running at a slow pace). Learners may incorrectly use 'run' for things like 'I run a car' instead of 'I drive a car.' 'Run' can be incorrectly used in past forms (e.g., 'runned' instead of 'ran').

How do you pronounce Run?

US: /["/rʌn/","/rʌnz/","/ræn/","/ˈrʌnɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/rʌn/","/rʌnz/","/ræn/","/ˈrʌnɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Run?

Commonly used in many contexts, from physical activity to operating machines and systems. In formal contexts, consider specifying the type of run (e.g., 'run a meeting'). 'Run' can be informal in conversations about hobbies or fitness.

What CEFR level is Run?

"Run" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.