Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Run”
To go fast using your legs, with brief moments where neither foot touches the ground.
Word Family of Run
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- I run every morning before work. A1
- She ran to catch the last train home. A2
- Athletes run faster when they pace themselves correctly. B2
Word Form Patterns for Run
-er
Adds **-er** to make a noun for a person or thing that performs the action. Example: run → runner.
Origin and Word Formation of Run
From Old English 'rinnan'—to flow or rush forward, like a stream of water.
Idioms include 'run for your life', 'run out of time', and 'run a tight ship'.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Run
Wrong: She runs yesterday in the park.
Correct: She ran yesterday in the park.
Past markers like 'yesterday' require past simple form 'ran'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Run
What are the word forms of “run”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “run”?
“run” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “run” come from?
From Old English 'rinnan'—to flow or rush forward, like a stream of water.