Zoeken
to run
01
rennen, haasten
to move using our legs, faster than we usually walk, in a way that both feet are never on the ground at the same time
Intransitive: to run | to run somewhere
Example
When he heard the news, he ran home in a hurry.
She 's a talented athlete and can run very fast.
I had to run to make sure I did n't miss the train.
1.1
rennen
to participate in a race
Transitive: to run a race | to run in a race
Example
The sled dogs ran the Iditarod race with incredible determination.
She ran her first 10 K race and finished with a smile.
I used to run cross-country in high school.
1.2
vluchten, ontsnappen
to escape, often in a sudden or hasty manner
Intransitive: to run | to run somewhere
Example
The thief ran when he saw the police.
They dropped the stolen merchandise and ran.
When they heard the sirens approaching, the suspects decided to run from the scene.
1.3
rennen, joggen
to move or travel a specific distance by running
Transitive: to run a distance
Example
He aims to run 10 kilometers every day.
Running ten miles seemed like an impossible feat, but she accomplished it.
They challenged each other to run a mile as fast as they could.
1.4
een dier snel laten rennen, een dier snel rijden
to make an animal go quickly by riding or driving it fast
Transitive: to run an animal
Example
The cowboy skillfully ran his horse across the open plains.
She ran her sled dogs through the snow-covered trails in the winter race.
They decided to run the horses along the beach for a refreshing gallop.
1.5
rennen, joggen
to run for doing exercise or as a sport
Intransitive
Example
As part of his training routine, the athlete runs several miles each day.
The club organizes weekly sessions where members can run together
She used to run regularly during her college years to stay in shape.
1.6
plaatsvinden, verlopen
(of a race) to happen or take place
Intransitive
Example
The 5 km will be run regardless of the rain in the forecast.
The race will run even if there 's a delay due to technical issues.
The marathon is scheduled to run next Sunday.
1.7
inschrijven, deelnemen
to enter a participant into a racing event or competition
Transitive: to run a participant in a race
Example
The trainer decided to run their fastest racehorse in the upcoming derby.
The coach is considering whether to run her in the marathon or the half-marathon.
She 's excited to run her team in the relay race at the track meet next week.
02
rennen, snel gaan
to go and do something quickly
Intransitive: to run somewhere
2.1
brengen, afgeven
to quickly deliver something to a person situated at a particular location
Transitive: to run sth to sb | to run sth somewhere
Example
Can you run this notebook inside to your teacher 's office?
Could you please run this document to the manager 's office?
She asked me to run the package to her friend 's house down the street.
03
rent, stromen
to pass in a specific direction
Intransitive: to run to a direction
3.1
doorrijden bij rood, verdergaan zonder te stoppen
to continue moving forward without stopping when there is an obstacle such as a red light or blockade
Transitive: to run an obstacle or sign
Example
The driver risked a ticket by running the stop sign.
They escaped by running the blockade.
He got a ticket for running a red light.
3.2
bewegen, verplaatsen
to move something in a specific direction
Transitive: to run sth somewhere
Example
She ran her fingers through her hair.
The cartographer carefully ran contour lines on the map.
The chef ran a knife through the dough to create a pattern.
04
zich uitstrekken, rennen
to extend or pass in a specific direction
Intransitive: to run to a direction
Example
The crack in the wall runs from the ceiling to the floor.
The sewer line runs under the street to the main junction.
The path will run alongside the river, offering a beautiful view.
4.1
doorvoeren, uittrekken
to lead something to extend or stretch in a specific direction
Transitive: to run sth to a direction
Example
The electrician ran a conduit from the basement to the attic.
They ran a hose from the water source to the garden.
They ran a wire along the wall to connect the speakers.
05
leiden, beheer
to own, manage, or organize something such as a business, campaign, a group of animals, etc.
Transitive: to run a business or campaign
Example
She runs a herd of goats for dairy production.
They run a herd of camels for desert expeditions.
He ran a successful bakery that was known for its delicious pastries.
5.1
functioneren, vooruitgaan
(of plans, systems, or organizations) to function or progress in a certain way
Intransitive: to run in a specific manner
Example
The project is running smoothly and on schedule.
The event is running according to the predetermined agenda.
The company 's operations are running seamlessly after the restructuring.
5.2
uitvoeren, verrichten
to carry out or perform a test, experiment, or similar activity
Transitive: to run an experiment or analysis
Example
Before production, the factory runs quality checks on each item.
The laboratory will run analysis on the water samples.
The scientists plan to run tests on the new medication.
5.3
is te zien, wordt uitgevoerd
(of an exhibit or play) to be presented or performed
Intransitive: to run somewhere
Example
The display of vintage cars ran at the convention center last fall.
Shakespeare 's Hamlet is running at the local theater this weekend.
5.4
aanbieden, organiseren
to offer educational programs or courses to individuals to participate in
Transitive: to run a program or course
Example
The university runs a variety of online courses for students worldwide.
The company regularly runs webinars to educate its employees about new technologies.
She decided to enroll in the fitness class that the gym is currently running.
06
laten lopen, bedienen
to cause engines or machines to operate, function, or perform their designated tasks
Transitive: to run a machine
Example
She ran the engine to warm up the car on a cold morning.
I need to run the dishwasher after dinner.
6.1
werken, functioneren
(of engines or machines) to operate, function, or perform their designated tasks
Intransitive
Example
The car 's engine is running smoothly.
The factory machines are running at full capacity.
The washing machine is currently running.
07
opnemen, afspelen
(of a tape) to actively record an audio or video content
Intransitive
Example
The sound technician adjusted the levels while the tape was running.
They captured the live performance while the tape was running.
She spoke candidly, unaware that the tape was running.
7.1
afspelen, uitvoeren
to play a recorded audio or video
Transitive: to run a recorded audio or video
Example
The teacher ran a video in the classroom for illustration.
They ran a documentary on TV about wildlife.
She ran a movie on the projector for the audience.
7.2
afspelen, lopen
(of a recording) to be playing
Intransitive
Example
I left the TV on, and a show was running when I got back.
I forgot to turn off the stereo, and the music was running all night.
7.3
de tape afspelen, de tape laten bewegen
to cause a tape to move in either a backward or forward direction
Complex Transitive: to run sth in a specific manner
Example
Can you run the tape forward a bit?
The operator ran the tape backward to replay the dialogue.
He ran the tape forward to find the specific scene.
7.4
doordraaien, terugspoelen
(of a tape or recording device) to move backward or forward for the purpose of review or locating specific content
Example
The cassette runs forward to the next track.
The tape ran forward smoothly to the next segment.
By pressing a button, the tape runs backward for rewinding.
08
uitvoeren, functioneren
(of computer programs) to function and execute its tasks
Intransitive: to run | to run point in time | to run in a specific manner
Example
The game runs smoothly on high-end graphics cards.
As soon as you open the file, the program runs and displays the content without any delays.
Once installed, the software runs automatically whenever you start your computer.
8.1
uitvoeren, starten
to cause a program to function and execute its tasks
Transitive: to run a computer program
Example
Running this program will help optimize your computer 's performance.
Make sure to run the software compatibility test before upgrading.
09
rijden, vervoer aanbieden
(of means of transportation) to make a scheduled and regular journey along a specific route
Intransitive: to run | to run somewhere
Example
Flights from New York to Los Angeles run frequently.
The shuttle bus runs from the hotel to the airport every hour.
Ferries run between the islands year-round.
9.1
exploiteren, in gebruik nemen
to initiate and make a particular mode of transportation available for public use
Transitive: to run a mode of transportation somewhere
Example
The airline will run additional flights for the holiday season.
The subway system runs frequent trains during peak hours.
The company announced they will run ferries between the two islands.
9.2
brengen, rijden
to take someone to a particular place by a vehicle
Transitive: to run sb somewhere
Example
Could you run me to the gym after work?
Can you run me to the airport tomorrow morning?
I can run you to the library on my way to work.
10
rijden, bedienen
to have, maintain, and drive a vehicle
Transitive: to run a vehicle
Example
They run a camper van for family vacations.
They run a private jet for executive travel.
Running a boat can be quite expensive.
11
verminderen, afnemen
to change in a certain manner, particularly not a good one
Linking Verb: to run [adj]
Example
My patience is running thin.
The store is running low on stock.
The party 's excitement ran dry as the night wore on.
11.1
liggen rond, zijn rond
to be at or close to a specific amount, level, size, etc.
Example
The marathon runner 's time for the race ran just under 3 hours.
The length of the novel runs approximately 300 pages.
Gas prices are running at around $ 4 a gallon this month.
12
vertraging hebben, op achterstand zijn
to take place or happen with a delay or lateness compared to the planned time
Linking Verb: to run [adj]
Example
The meeting is running fifteen minutes late because of traffic.
The flight was running behind due to bad weather conditions.
The train was running behind schedule due to maintenance work.
13
lopen van, omvatten van
to include everything within specific boundaries
Example
The hotel room rates run from budget-friendly options to luxury suites.
The store 's inventory includes items that run from small accessories to larger furniture pieces.
The available shirt sizes run from small to extra-large.
14
stromen, lopen
(of liquids) to flow
Intransitive: to run somewhere
14.1
smelten, vloeibaar worden
(of solid material) to melt or transform into fluid
Intransitive
Example
The heat caused the candle wax to run.
The chocolate bar left in the sun began to run and become gooey.
14.2
smelten, gieten
to liquefy a material, typically a metal, and then pour it into a mold to give it a specific shape as it cools and solidifies
Transitive: to run sth
Example
The foundry will run new ingots of aluminum today.
Ceramic molds were used to run commemorative coins.
14.3
lopen, uitvloeien
(of a liquid or color) to unintentionally flow or spread onto an unintended area
Intransitive
Example
The tears caused the mascara to run.
The writing was smudged where the ink ran.
14.4
laten stromen, doen stromen
to cause a liquid to flow
Transitive: to run water or water delivery tools
Example
He ran a stream of cold water over the hot pan to cool it down.
She ran cold water over the burn to soothe the pain.
14.5
verlopen, afgeven
(with reference to color or colorant in a piece of clothing or paper) to lose color when becoming wet and to spread that color to other pieces of clothing, etc.
Intransitive
Example
Be careful when washing that dress, the dye might run and ruin the other clothes.
I accidentally mixed a blue shirt with my white laundry, and now the color has run onto everything.
14.6
lopen, stromen
to release or discharge a liquid
Intransitive
Example
The pungent odor of the garlic made my eyes run.
The spicy food caused my nose to run.
She felt a cold coming on as her nose started to run.
14.7
vullen, laten lopen
to fill a bathtub with water
Transitive: to run a bath
Example
He always runs the bath at the perfect temperature to ensure a comfortable soak.
The kids were excited to have their bath, so they asked their mom to run it for them.
14.8
laten lopen, doorgeven
to cause water to flow over or along a surface
Transitive: to run sth under water
Example
The chef ran the vegetables under cold water to rinse off any dirt.
She ran the vase under the faucet to wash away the dust.
He ran his feet under the tap to soothe them after a long walk.
14.9
stromen, lopen
(of a tap) to flow with water
Intransitive
Example
The tap in the kitchen was left running, causing a small puddle on the counter.
I left the faucet running while washing the dishes, and now the sink is overflowing.
14.10
openen, lopen laten
to operate or open a tap, causing water to flow out of it
Transitive: to run a tap
Example
He ran the tap for a few seconds to let the cold water run out before filling his glass.
She ran the faucet for a while to let the cold water flow out before washing her face.
14.11
vervuld zijn met, doordrenkt zijn met
to be thoroughly filled or soaked with a specific substance
Transitive: to run a liquid | to run with a liquid
Example
After the storm, the field ran mud, making it difficult to walk.
The battlefield was a gruesome sight as the ground ran blood.
15.1
van kracht zijn, doorlopen
to start or continue to function or be valid
Intransitive: to run sometime
Example
The magazine subscription will run until next December.
16
publiceren, uitgeven
(with reference to a newspaper, magazine, story, etc.) to print and publish
Transitive: to run written material
Example
The newspaper will run an interview with the author next Sunday.
The newspaper ran an article about the upcoming event.
The magazine ran a feature on healthy eating.
16.1
hebben, luiden
(with reference to a story, conversation, saying, text, etc.) to have a particular content or wording
Transitive: to run that | to run a quote
Example
" Unexpected Twist in Court Case, " ran the caption beneath the image.
" New Drug Offers Hope for Cancer Patients, " ran the front-page headline.
' Local Hero Wins National Award, ' ran the front-page story.
16.2
gepubliceerd worden, verschijnen
(of a story, etc.) to be published in a magazine, newspaper, etc.
Intransitive
Example
The story ran as the cover feature in the latest issue.
The editorial piece will run in tomorrow 's edition of the paper.
The interview with the author will run in tomorrow 's morning show.
17
varen, afvaren
to navigate or travel through rapids or a waterfall in a boat
Transitive: to run a rapid or a waterfall
Example
The experienced kayakers decided to run the challenging waterfall.
The river guides taught the group how to safely run the rapid.
They cautiously approached the rapid, planning to run it skillfully.
17.1
zeilen, rondvaren
to sail a boat or ship in a direction aligned with the wind, allowing it to move swiftly and smoothly
Intransitive
Example
The sailboat ran gracefully as it caught the wind from behind.
During the regatta, skilled sailors strategically decided when to run.
Sailors often prefer to run when navigating long distances.
18
stijgen, toenemen
(of the sea, tide, or river) to rise to a higher level or flow with increased speed
Intransitive: to run in a specific manner
Example
As the storm approached, the tide began to run higher, causing concern among the sailors.
Due to the full moon, the tides were expected to run higher than usual along the coast.
19
kosten, lopen op
to cost someone a particular amount of money
Example
Getting those concert tickets is going to run us about $ 100 each.
The vacation expenses ended up running him more than he expected.
19.1
de rekeningen laten oplopen, kosten laten toenemen
to let charges on a bill increase over time without paying them immediately
Transitive: to run a bill
Example
They ran a tab at the club for drinks and snacks throughout the evening.
The regulars at the pub often run a tab and settle it at the end of the week.
Some people prefer to run their bills for a while to gather rewards points before settling the amount.
20
lopen, scheuren
(with reference to a pair of tights or a stocking) to develop a long thin hole
Intransitive
Example
My tights ran when I accidentally caught them on a nail.
Be careful not to snag your tights, or they might run.
The stocking got caught on a rough surface and started to run.
21
achtervolgen, jagen
(of wild animals) to pursue or chase a target prey during a hunt
Transitive: to run prey
Example
A pack of wolves ran the moose deep into the forest before bringing it down.
When hunting, wild dogs run their prey at high speed over long distances.
Orcas work as a team to run seal pups and penguins along the beach.
22
rennen met, zich aansluiten bij
to accompany or associate closely with a specific group, people, or animals
Intransitive: to run with sb/sth
23
met de bal rennen, de bal dragen
to advance while carrying the ball, typically in sports such as football, soccer, or rugby
Transitive: to run sth
Example
The player ran the pass down the court for a layup.
He ran the kick return to the 50-yard line.
The quarterback decided to run the ball instead of passing it.
23.1
rollen, lopen
to make a golf ball move on the ground after hitting it
Intransitive: to run somewhere | to run to a direction
Example
The slope of the green helped the ball run closer to the flagstick.
The golfer 's skillful stroke made the ball run straight into the cup for a birdie.
His shot landed on the green and ran a bit before stopping.
24
smokkelen, illegaal invoeren
to take goods in or out a country in an illegal way
Transitive: to run illegal goods somewhere
Example
She ran drugs into the country to sell.
Arms dealers ran banned semi-automatic weapons to warring factions.
They tried to run tobacco through the tunnel at night.
25
bereiken, uitvoeren
to achieve a consecutive series of successes or counts
Transitive: to run a series of successes
Example
In the game of darts, he ran five bullseyes in a row.
In the bowling match, she ran 7 strikes without missing.
The billiards player ran eight balls in a single turn without missing.
26
weiden, grazen
to allow or lead animals eat grass or vegetation in a designated area with plenty of plants
Transitive: to run animals
Example
The cowboys would run the cattle to a new grazing area every few days.
The shepherd would run the sheep to the lush meadow every morning.
They ran the sheep in the meadow for their daily meals.
27
raffineren, bewerken
to alter or improve the properties of a substance or material, often through a mechanical or chemical process
Transitive: to run a substance in a process or machine
Example
They run juice in a press to extract fresh fruit flavors.
The chocolate factory runs cocoa beans in a roaster to develop the chocolate flavor.
The oil refinery runs crude oil in a distillation tower to separate its components.
28
aanwezig zijn, voorkomen
to be consistently present or recurring, often as a trait or characteristic within a particular group or context
Transitive: to run in a person or bloodline | to run among a group of people
Example
Musical talent runs deep in their lineage.
A sense of humor runs among the friends, making every gathering lively.
28.1
bezitten, tonen
to tend to have or exhibit a particular quality or feature
Transitive: to run to a quality or feature | to run toward a quality or feature
Example
In this region, fashion trends tend to run toward bright colors.
In his novels, the author 's style tends to run toward realism.
29
rennen, vooruitgaan
(with reference to cricket and baseball) to quickly move between bases or wickets, typically in response to a successful hit or play
Example
The player 's quick reflexes help him run well and steal bases effectively.
He 's known for his ability to run the bases efficiently.
The players exchanged ends after running between the wickets.
30
paaien, migreren
(of fish) to migrate or move in significant numbers within a river, particularly for the purpose of spawning
Transitive: to run an area
Intransitive: to run
Example
Migratory fish like smelt massively run tributaries each year for reproduction.
Catfish, carp and suckers annually run inland waterways on spawning drives.
31
glijden, functioneren
to move smoothly and efficiently, as if on wheels or rollers
Intransitive: to run in a specific manner
Example
The car 's wheels ran effortlessly on the highway, providing a smooth ride for the passengers.
The conveyor belt ran efficiently, moving large quantities of goods from one end to the other.
The file drawers ran smoothly on their ball bearings, making it easy to access the files.
32
rondgaan, verspreiden
(of information, rumors, ideas, etc.) to be widely or commonly known, discussed, or spread among people
Intransitive: to run in a specific manner
Example
Word ran quickly that the new restaurant in town had amazing food.
In the small town, gossip ran like wildfire, spreading the latest scandal in no time.
33
verbonden zijn met, gekoppeld zijn aan
to be inherent or connected to a particular condition, property, or situation, often implying that it cannot be separated
Transitive: to run with a condition or property
34
volgen, uitstrijven
to follow a specific sequence or arrangement
Example
In the alphabet, the letters run from A to Z.
The numbers on the clock run clockwise from 1 to 12.
35
rennen, bezetten
to occupy or hold a specific rank or standing in a race or competition
Linking Verb: to run [adj]
Example
She currently runs first in the marathon, leading the pack of runners.
In the chess tournament, he aims to run second by the end of the day.
As the race progressed, he managed to run fourth, gradually gaining ground on the leaders.
36
opsporen, onderzoeken
to track or investigate the origin or source of a particular item, information, rumor, or situation
Transitive: to run the origin of something
Example
The detective ran the criminal 's steps back to the scene of the crime.
She ran the history of the ancient artifact to its original discoverer.
The journalist ran the story to its source, interviewing eyewitnesses for more information.
37
invoegen, inbrengen
to insert or drive an object into a surface or substance
Transitive: to run sth into a surface or substance
Example
The gardener ran a stake into the ground to support the tomato plant.
I ran a hook into my fishing line to catch some bait.
While playing in the woods, she ran a thorn into her finger.
37.1
naaien, doorgaan
to pass a needle and thread through a material or surface in a continuous manner
Transitive: to run a stitch
Example
She ran a neat seam along the edge of the fabric to create a finished look.
Running a straight line of stitches is essential for quilting.
Running a zigzag stitch helps prevent fraying on the fabric 's edge.
38
bijwerken, wijzigen
to update or modify a record, tally, or count by including new information or data
Transitive: to run a record or tally to a total
Example
The team ran their total points scored for the season to a new high.
After the latest victory, he ran his winning streak to eight games in a row.
She ran her savings account balance to a thousand dollars by depositing her birthday money.
39
wegsturen, uitsluiten
(with reference to baseball) to remove or eject a manager, coach, or player from a game as a punishment
Transitive: to run a baseball coach or player
Example
After a series of unsportsmanlike actions, the player was run from the match.
The player 's heated argument with the official led to him being run from the game.
The umpire had no choice but to run the pitcher for a blatant violation of the rules.
40
rijden, lopen
(of a train) to travel along a track on wheels, carrying passengers or goods
Intransitive
Example
Yesterday, the train ran smoothly despite the stormy weather that disrupted other modes of transportation.
41
rijden, opereren
(of a bus, train, etc.) to operate or travel on a regular schedule to transport passengers
Intransitive: to run point in time
Transitive: to run public transportation point in time
01
loop, rennen
the act of moving on foot at a fast pace, often faster than walking, as a form of exercise or to travel a distance quickly
Example
A short run up the hill left her breathless.
He completed his first competitive run with a personal best time.
The marathon is a challenging 10-kilometer run through the city.
02
loop, scheur
a long line or row of loose or torn threads or fibers in a fabric, such as tights or stockings
03
punt, loop
a score resulted from a player successfully reaches home plate after touching all the bases in order without being put out
What is a "run"?
A run in baseball or softball is when a player successfully reaches home plate after moving around the bases. This is the main way a team scores points. To score a run, the player must touch each of the four bases in order, starting from home plate, and then return to home plate. A run is counted every time a player makes it back to home plate without being put out by the other team. The team with the most runs at the end of the game wins.
Example
The team celebrated after scoring five runs in the third inning.
The player slid safely into home to score the first run of the game.
His run tied the game in the bottom of the seventh.
04
rit, ronde
a regular trip
05
uitstapje, wandeling
a short trip
06
test, proef
the act of testing something
07
serie, volgorde
an unbroken chronological sequence
08
stroom, vloeistof
the pouring forth of a fluid
09
hardloopwedstrijd, ren
a race where participants move swiftly on foot to reach a specific distance or finish line
Example
He won the 400-meter run at the track meet, setting a new school record.
She trained for months for the 5 K charity run in her community.
He placed third in the 10 K charity run, raising funds for cancer research.
10
verkiezingsstrijd, kandidatuur
a race between candidates for elective office
11
reeks, serie
an unbroken series of events
12
lopende productie, continuïteit van operatie
the production achieved during a continuous period of operation (of a machine or factory etc.)
13
vrij gebruik, ongelimiteerde toegang
unrestricted freedom to use
14
bediening, werking
the continuous period of time during which something (a machine or a factory) operates or continues in operation
Voorbeeld
When he heard the news, he ran home in a hurry.
She's a talented athlete and can run very fast.
I had to run to make sure I didn't miss the train.
Nabije Woorden
