Run for Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈɹən/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ

RUN-for, RUN-fer, RUN-fur

UK

ɹˈʌn/ /fˈɔː

run-FAW

Definition

To try to be chosen for a particular public office or position, usually by being part of an election.

Usage & Nuances

Always followed by the position (e.g., 'run for president'). Used mainly in political or organizational election contexts. Not used for sports races or physical running. Can also apply to student councils or club elections.

• Spanish: postularse para - presentarse a (elecciones/cargo)
• Portuguese (BR): candidatar-se a - concorrer a (cargo político)
• Portuguese (PT): candidatar-se a - concorrer a (cargo político)
• Chinese (Simplified): 竞选（职位、选举）
• Chinese (Traditional): 競選（職位、選舉）
• Hindi: (चुनाव/पद के) लिए चुनाव लड़ना
• Arabic: الترشح لـ (منصب أو انتخابات)
• Bengali: প্রার্থী হওয়া - নির্বাচন করা
• Russian: баллотироваться
• Japanese: 立候補する
• Vietnamese: ra tranh cử
• Korean: 출마하다
• Turkish: aday olmak
• Urdu: امیدوار ہونا
• Indonesian: mencalonkan diri

Example Sentences

He wants to run for mayor next year.

basic

Anyone can run for class president at our school.

basic

She decided to run for city council.

basic

After years of volunteering, Tom finally chose to run for office.

natural

Are you really going to run for student government?

natural

Many people run for local positions to make a difference in their communities.

natural