Chases Meaning in English
word · lemma: chase
/ˈtʃeɪsəz/, /ˈtʃeɪsɪz/
CHAY-ziz
/tʃˈeɪsɪz/
CHAY-siz
Definition
'Chases' means someone or something runs after another person or thing, usually to catch them. It can be used for people, animals, or objects like cars.
Usage & Nuances
'Chases' is the third person singular form of 'chase.' Common with animals ('the dog chases the cat'), sports, or situations involving pursuit. Do not confuse with 'follow' (less urgent, not always to catch). Often used in stories or when describing lively action.
Spanish: persiguePortuguese (BR): perseguePortuguese (PT): persegueChinese (Simplified): 追赶Chinese (Traditional): 追趕Hindi: पीछा करता हैArabic: يطاردBengali: তাড়ায় - ধাওয়া করেRussian: преследует - гонитсяJapanese: 追いかけるVietnamese: đuổi theoKorean: 쫓는다 - 뒤쫓는다Turkish: kovalarUrdu: پیچھا کرتا ہےIndonesian: mengejar
Example Sentences
The dog chases the ball in the park.
basic
The cat chases a mouse in the kitchen.
basic
He chases his little brother around the yard.
basic
The police officer chases the thief down the street.
natural
Time really chases us when we’re busy.
natural
She never chases after fame or attention.
natural