Have to run along Meaning in English
expression
HAV-tuh-RUN-uh-LAWNG
hav-TOO-run-uh-LONG
Definition
A polite or informal way to say that you need to leave or go somewhere else, usually to end a conversation or visit.
Usage & Nuances
Usually spoken, slightly old-fashioned but still heard in British and sometimes American English. More polite/soft than just 'have to go'. Often used when interrupting oneself politely or when leaving social situations.
Spanish: me tengo que ir - tengo que marcharmePortuguese (BR): preciso ir - tenho que ir emboraPortuguese (PT): tenho de ir - tenho que ir emboraChinese (Simplified): 我得走了 - 我得离开了Chinese (Traditional): 我得走了 - 我得離開了Hindi: मुझे जाना हैArabic: يجب أن أذهب - علي أن أرحلBengali: চলে যেতে হবে - যেতে হবেRussian: пора идти - нужно уходитьJapanese: もう行かないと - 失礼しますVietnamese: phải đi đây - phải về đâyKorean: 이제 가봐야 해 - 이만 가야 해Turkish: gitmem gerek - ayrılmam lazımUrdu: چلنا ہوگا - جانا ہوگاIndonesian: harus pergi dulu - harus berangkat
Example Sentences
I have to run along now, see you later!
basic
She told everyone she had to run along after dinner.
basic
If you have to run along, just let me know.
basic
Sorry to cut this short, but I have to run along — another meeting is waiting.
natural
Kids, you have to run along now or you'll miss the bus.
natural
Well, I have to run along before the shops close. Talk soon!
natural