Corre (en. Runs)

/koˈre/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To move quickly with long steps.
She runs every day in the park.
Ella corre todos los días por el parque.
To function or be in operation.
The engine runs smoothly.
El motor corre sin problemas.
To take place or develop.
The meeting runs at five.
La reunión corre a las cinco.

Etymology

From the Latin 'currere', which means 'to run' or 'to move quickly'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to run
expression that invites one to do something quickly.
a correr
run, it's getting away from you
phrase that indicates someone must hurry.
corre que se te escapa
run like the wind
phrase that implies someone runs very fast.
corre como el viento

Related Words

corrida
action of running or type of spectacle with bulls.
corrida
corredor
person who runs or participates in races.
corredor
corrido
traditional Mexican musical genre associated with narrative stories.
corrido

Slang Meanings

Hurry up.
Hurry, it’s already late!
¡Corre, que ya es tarde!
Go fast.
The train runs, we won't catch it.
El tren corre, no lo vamos a alcanzar.