World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariescourir
Pronunciation / Transliteration: koorir
"Elle aime courir dans le parc."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
To move swiftly on foot.
"She decided to run in the park every morning to stay fit."
- 1
An act or spell of running.
"He went for a quick run before breakfast."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'run' originates from the Old English 'rinnan', which means 'to flow' or 'to run'. It has evolved through Middle English as 'rennen', reflecting a shift from a broader meaning of movement to the more specific action of running as we understand it today.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Run"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Run" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
courir
Transliteration: koorir
"Elle aime courir dans le parc."
laufen
Transliteration: lauf-en
"Er geht jeden Morgen laufen."
correre
Transliteration: kor-re-re
"Le piace correre nel parco."
correr
Transliteration: ko-rer
"A ella le gusta correr por el parque."
correr
Transliteration: ko-rer
"Ele gosta de correr no parque."
दौड़ना
Transliteration: daudna
"वह पार्क में दौड़ना पसंद करती है।"
跑
Transliteration: pǎo
"她喜欢在公园里跑步。"
달리다
Transliteration: dallida
"그녀는 공원에서 달리는 것을 좋아합니다."
走る
Transliteration: hashiru
"彼女は公園で走るのが好きです。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Run"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.