Correr
Example: Me gusta correr todas las mañanas para mantenerme en forma.
Definition
"Correr" means to move swiftly on foot by alternating steps, typically faster than walking. It is often used to describe the act of running as exercise or in competition, as in the phrase, "I like to correr every morning to stay fit."
Etymology
The word "correr" comes from the Latin verb "currere," meaning to run or hasten. This root is shared by several Romance languages, reflecting a common origin related to swift movement. Did you know? The Latin "currere" also gave rise to English words like "current" and "curriculum," originally linked to running or flow.
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"Correr" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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