How to Pronounce "run to"
expression
ˈɹən/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
RUN-too, RUN-tuh, RUN-tih
ɹˈʌn/ /tˈuː
run-TOO
Definition
'Run to' can mean to move quickly towards something or someone, to seek someone’s help, or to reach a certain amount or total.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN-too, RUN-tuh, RUN-tih
UK
run-TOO
Listen in Context
Children run to their parents when they are scared.
Whenever I have a problem, I run to my best friend for advice.
The total costs run to $1,000.
Don’t always run to your boss when you have a small issue—try to solve it yourself first.