correr

Senses

1. 1.

   to run

   to move quickly on foot

2. 2.

   to flow

   to move in a stream or current (for liquids)

3. 3.

   to spread

   to move or circulate widely (for rumors, news, etc.)

4. 4.

   to pursue; to chase

   to run after someone or something

Examples

• "Corro cinco kilómetros cada mañana."

  I run five kilometers every morning.

• "El agua corre hacia el río."

  The water flows toward the river.

• "Las noticias corren rápidamente por las redes sociales."

  News spreads quickly across social media.

Usage

Correr is a regular -ER verb. In Spain and Latin America, it's the standard verb for physical running. Note the idiomatic expression "correr prisa" (to be urgent) and "correr riesgo" (to run a risk). Avoid confusing with "carrera" (race/career).