Corriendo (en. In a hurry)

/koˈrjendo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of moving quickly using the legs.
He is running in the park.
Él está corriendo en el parque.
To participate in a race or competition.
We are running a marathon this weekend.
Estamos corriendo una maratón este fin de semana.
Moving on foot swiftly.
The children are running down the street.
Los niños están corriendo por la calle.

Etymology

From the verb 'correr', which comes from the Latin 'currere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

running at full speed
It refers to running very fast.
corriendo a toda velocidad
running through life
Living in an active and fast manner.
corriendo por la vida
running in circles
Doing something without making progress, being stagnant.
corriendo en círculos

Related Words

to run
Verb that means to move quickly.
correr
run
The action of running, especially in a race.
corrida
runner
A person who runs, especially in competitions.
corredor

Slang Meanings

Running in stressful situations.
I can't stay to talk, I'm running to the office.
No me puedo quedar a hablar, estoy corriendo a la oficina.
Running to escape an uncomfortable situation.
I ran out of the party when I saw my ex.
Salí corriendo de la fiesta cuando vi a mi ex.