Correrías (en. Escapades)

/ko.rɛˈɾi.as/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Activity or action of running in an informal context.
Running errands in the park is part of my daily routine.
Las correrías por el parque son parte de mi rutina diaria.
Quick tasks that are done without much planning.
I ran some errands before getting home.
Hice algunas correrías antes de llegar a casa.

Etymology

From the verb 'correr' in Spanish, which means to move one's feet quickly.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to do errands
To carry out small tasks or errands that require traveling.
hacer correrías
to go on errands
To go do things quickly, generally unplanned.
salir de correrías

Related Words

run
To move quickly using the legs.
correr
diligence
Care and diligence in fulfilling a task.
diligencia
errand
Assignment or task that must be fulfilled.
mandado

Slang Meanings

To do something in a hurry.
I'm going to run some errands; I won't take long.
Voy a hacer unas correrías, no me tardaré.
To go from one place to another without a clear objective.
I just went out to run a few errands downtown.
Solo salí a dar unas correrías por el centro.