How to Pronounce "run late"
expression
ˈɹən/ /ˈɫeɪt
RUN-layt
ɹˈʌn/ /lˈeɪt
run-LAYT
Definition
To be delayed or behind schedule, especially for an appointment, meeting, or planned time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /ˈɫeɪt
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /lˈeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN-layt
UK
run-LAYT
Listen in Context
I'm running late for school.
The meeting will run late today.
Trains often run late during bad weather.
Sorry, I’m running late—traffic is terrible this morning.