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laufen

run

Meaning of laufen

sich schnell zu Fuß fortbewegen

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German[ˈlaʊ̯.fən]
run
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laufen belongs to the topic "Top 300". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

laufenrun
kochencook
sich ändernchange
bindentie
folgenfollow
entfernenremove
sich anfühlenfeel

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What's the difference between laufen / gehen / marschieren / fliehen

🇩🇪German
laufen

To run at an easy, steady pace, usually for exercise.

A1Often

Ich joggen jeden Morgen im Park.

Я бегаю трусцой каждое утро в парке.

🇩🇪German

To walk; this is not running, but moving on foot at a calm pace.

A1Very Often

Wir gehen heute in die Stadt.

Сегодня мы идём в город.

M
🇩🇪German
marschieren

To march in step or move purposefully, often like soldiers or in a parade.

A1Rarely

Die Soldaten marschieren über den Platz.

Солдаты маршируют через площадь.

F
🇩🇪German
fliehen

To flee, escaping from danger or threat.

A1Often

Die Tiere fliehen vor dem Feuer.

Животные бегут от огня.

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laufen translation: run. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce laufen

[ˈlaʊ̯.fən]

laufen translation

run

laufen transcription

[ˈlaʊ̯.fən]

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sich schnell zu Fuß fortbewegen

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