How to Pronounce "run an errand"
expression
ˈɹən/ /ˈæn/, /ən/ /ˈɛɹənd
RUN an ERR-und
ɹˈʌn/ /ˈɐn/ /ˈɛɹənd
run an ERR-und
Definition
To go out and do a short task, like shopping, mailing something, or picking something up, usually outside home or work.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /ˈæn/, /ən/ /ˈɛɹənd
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /ˈɐn/ /ˈɛɹənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN an ERR-und
UK
run an ERR-und
Listen in Context
I have to run an errand after work.
She needed to run an errand for her mother.
Can you run an errand for me?
I’ll be late—I need to run an errand on my way home.