Run behind Meaning in English
expression
ˈɹən/ /bɪˈhaɪnd
RUN bee-HYND
ɹˈʌn/ /bɪhˈaɪnd
run bee-HYND
Definition
To be late compared to a planned time or schedule; to not be making expected progress.
Usage & Nuances
Informal phrase often used for people, projects, meetings, or schedules. Commonly in present continuous: 'I am running behind.' Different from just 'late,' as it can mean ongoing delay, not just a one-time lateness.
Spanish: retrasarse - ir con retrasoPortuguese (BR): atrasar-se - estar atrasadoPortuguese (PT): atrasar-se - estar atrasadoChinese (Simplified): 落后 - 进度延迟Chinese (Traditional): 落後 - 進度延遲Hindi: पीछे चलना - देर होनाArabic: يتأخر - يسير ببطءBengali: পিছিয়ে থাকা - সময়ের পিছনে থাকাRussian: опаздывать - отставать от графикаJapanese: 遅れているVietnamese: bị chậm - tụt lạiKorean: 늦어지다 - 밀리다Turkish: geride kalmak - gecikmekUrdu: پیچھے رہ جاناIndonesian: terlambat - ketinggalan
Example Sentences
Sorry, I run behind on my work sometimes.
basic
The train is running behind schedule today.
basic
My project is running behind and needs more time.
basic
Can we move the meeting? I’m running behind this morning.
natural
Sorry for the delay—I ran behind because of traffic.
natural
If you run behind, just let us know—you don’t have to rush.
natural