How to Pronounce "run away"
expression
ˈɹən/ /əˈweɪ
RUN-uh-WAY
ɹˈʌn/ /ɐwˈeɪ
ruhn-uh-WAY
Definition
To leave a place quickly and secretly, often to escape danger, problems, or because you do not want to be found. Often refers to children or animals leaving home without permission.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /əˈweɪ
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /ɐwˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN-uh-WAY
UK
ruhn-uh-WAY
Listen in Context
The dog tried to run away when the gate was open.
She wanted to run away from home.
Sometimes people run away to escape problems.
Don’t just run away from your responsibilities.