French Word · Beginner
courir
to run
Pronunciation: /ku.ʁiʁ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to run".
Example
Ce soir-là, en sortant du travail, je cours me réfugier dans le premier bar, en face de la gare.
That evening, leaving work, I rush to take refuge in the nearest bar, opposite the station.
Practice tips
- Practice courir out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French word is for beginner-level learners.