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Run into Meaning in English

expression

ˈɹən/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
RUN-IN-too, RUN-in-TOO, RUN-in-tuh
ɹˈʌn/ /ˈɪntʊ
run-IN-tuh

Definición

To meet someone unexpectedly or accidentally, or to hit something by accident.

Uso & Matices

Informal. Commonly used for surprise meetings: 'run into a friend'. Also means physically crashing: 'run into a wall'. Context determines if it's about meeting (people) or collisions (things/objects). Don't confuse with 'bump into', which is similar.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

I ran into my teacher at the supermarket.

basic

Be careful not to run into the table.

basic

We ran into trouble on our trip.

basic

Guess who I ran into downtown today!

natural

She ran into her ex at the party and it was awkward.

natural

The car lost control and ran into a tree.

natural