How to Pronounce "run about"
expression
ˈɹən/ /əˈbaʊt
RUN-uh-BOWT
ɹˈʌn/ /ɐbˈaʊt
ruhn-uh-BOWT
Definition
To move quickly and energetically in different directions, usually in a playful or busy way; often used for children, animals, or when describing energetic activity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /əˈbaʊt
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /ɐbˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN-uh-BOWT
UK
ruhn-uh-BOWT
Listen in Context
The children run about in the playground every day.
Dogs love to run about in open spaces.
Please don't run about in the hallway.
Our cat likes to run about the house at night.