courir
/ku.ʁiʁ/
1.
verbInf3rd
to run (move quickly on foot)
to jog
Je cours tous les matins pour rester en forme.
I run every morning to stay in shape.
Synonyms:trotter, faire du jogging
2.
verbInf3rd
to rush around; to be busy and constantly on the move
Il court toute la journée entre ses rendez‑vous.
He's rushing around all day between his appointments.
Synonyms:se presser, se hâter
3.
verbInf3rd
to circulate; to be spread (of news, rumours)
Une rumeur court dans le quartier à propos de leur séparation.
A rumor is circulating in the neighborhood about their split.
Synonyms:circuler, se répandre
4.
verbInf3rd
to chase; to pursue (often used with 'après')
Elle court après le succès depuis des années.
She has been chasing success for years.
Synonyms:poursuivre, chasser
5.
verbInf3rd
to incur; to be exposed to (a risk, danger, consequence) — as in 'courir un risque'
En agissant ainsi, il court un risque sérieux.
By acting like that, he is taking a serious risk.
Synonyms:s'exposer à, prendre le risque
