flee
word
/ˈfɫi/
flee
/flˈiː/
flee
Definition
To run away quickly, usually from danger or an unpleasant situation.
Usage & Nuances
"Flee" is formal and dramatic, often used in news, stories, or when something dangerous is involved. Common pairings: "flee the scene", "flee from", "flee to another country". Not used for leaving casually—use "leave" or "run away" for everyday situations.
Spanish: huir - escaparPortuguese (BR): fugirPortuguese (PT): fugirChinese (Simplified): 逃跑 - 逃离Chinese (Traditional): 逃跑 - 逃離Hindi: भागना - पलायन करनाArabic: يفرّ - يه逃Bengali: পালানো - দ্রুত চলে যাওয়াRussian: бежать - спасаться бегствомJapanese: 逃げる - 逃走するVietnamese: chạy trốn - bỏ chạyKorean: 도망치다 - 달아나다Turkish: kaçmakUrdu: فرار کرناIndonesian: melarikan diri - lari (dari bahaya)
Example Sentences
People had to flee the building when the fire started.
basic
The thief tried to flee but was caught by the police.
basic
Many animals flee when they sense danger.
basic
They had no choice but to flee the country overnight.
natural
Villagers had to flee their homes as the river rose.
natural
The rebels were forced to flee into the mountains to avoid capture.
natural