5 ways to use 'run' - English In A Minute

Hi, it's Georgina from BBC Learning English.

Today we look at 5 ways of using 'run'.

The most common way of using 'run'

is to move your legs faster than a walk.

I had to run for the bus this morning. I was so late.

'Run' can be used when we need to go somewhere

unexpectedly for a short time.

Oh no, there's no milk! I have to run to the shop later.

Another way to use 'run'

is to talk about a regular transport service.

The trains normally run every hour until quite late.

You can use 'run' to show that

someone is the boss of a project.

My cousin runs a clothes shop.

Lastly, we use 'run' when we have to leave in a hurry.

Roy: Hurry up! You're late for the meeting!

Georgina: Oh no, I've got to run! Bye for now!