running
word · lemma: run
/ˈɹənɪŋ/
RUH-ning
/ɹˈʌnɪŋ/
RUH-ning
Definition
'Running' is the activity of moving quickly on foot, usually as a form of exercise or sport. It can also mean the process of something working or operating, like a machine or business.
Usage & Nuances
Used as both a noun ('go for a running' is incorrect, use 'go for a run' or 'go running') and as a present participle. Common phrases: 'running late', 'the running of the company', 'keep the engine running'. Don't confuse with 'run' as a short distance sprint.
Spanish: correr - correr (actividad) - funcionamiento (de máquina)Portuguese (BR): correndo - funcionamento (máquina)Portuguese (PT): a correr - funcionamento (de máquina)Chinese (Simplified): 跑步 - 运行（机器）Chinese (Traditional): 跑步 - 運行（機器）Hindi: दौड़ना - संचालन (मशीन का)Arabic: الجري - تشغيل (آلة)Bengali: দৌড়ানো - চলমান (কাজ করা)Russian: бег - работающий (о механизме)Japanese: ランニング - 動いている（機械など）Vietnamese: chạy - hoạt động (máy móc)Korean: 달리기 - 작동 중 (기계)Turkish: koşma - çalışıyor (makine)Urdu: دوڑنا - چلنا (مشین)Indonesian: lari - berjalan (mesin/usaha)
Example Sentences
I go running in the park every morning.
basic
The machine is running smoothly now.
basic
She enjoys running with her friends.
basic
Sorry I’m running late—traffic was terrible.
natural
We need to keep the engine running all night.
natural
Running a small business can be very challenging.
natural