Ran: meaning, definitions and examples

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ran

 

[ rรฆn ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Ran is the past tense of the verb 'run'. It denotes the action of having moved at a speed faster than a walk, typically using one's legs. The term can also refer to operating or functioning, such as running a machine or a program. Additionally, it may be used in various contexts such as races, time-bound activities, or informal expressions of conducting something. Understanding its application in different contexts aids in grasping its versatility in the English language.

Synonyms

darted, galloped, jogged, sprinted.

Examples of usage

  • She ran quickly to catch the bus.
  • He ran a marathon last year.
  • They ran their business efficiently.
  • The kids ran around the playground.

Translations

Translations of the word "ran" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น correu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅŒเคกเคผเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช lief

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berlari

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั–ะณ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ biegล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ตฐใฃใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท a couru

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ corriรณ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท koลŸtu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹ฌ๋ ธ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑูƒุถ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bฤ›ลพel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ beลพal

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ท‘ไบ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tekel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hlaupiรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฏะณั–ั€ะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒแƒ แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒญแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qaรงdฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ corriรณ

Etymology

The word 'ran' is derived from the Old English 'rinnan' which meant to flow or to run. This term has its traces back to Proto-Germanic '*rananan', which also conveyed the notion of moving speedily or flowing. The evolution of the word reflects the rich linguistic history and transformation in the use of verbs in the English language. By the Middle English period, 'ran' had become the standard past tense form for 'run'. Its linguistic roots illustrate the connection of movement with various forms of communication among different cultures. As English expanded and incorporated influences from Latin and Old Norse, the usage of 'ran' has been solidified as a key verb representing movement. Today, it maintains its fundamental meaning while expanding into idiomatic expressions and various contexts, showcasing the dynamics of language development.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,793, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.