laufen
Translation
to run, to walk, to function, to go
Examples
Wir laufen schnell nach Hause.
We are running home quickly.
Der Film läuft im Kino.
The film is showing in the cinema.
Wie läuft es bei dir?
How are things going with you?
Das Wasser läuft.
The water is running.
Grammar Patterns
((to+3)) to run/walk to (somewhere) Wir laufen schnell nach Hause.
((subject: machine)) to run, function Der Motor läuft gut.
((subject: movie)) to be showing, playing Der Film läuft im Kino.
((subject: liquid)) to run, flow Das Wasser läuft.
Similar Words
Synonyms: run, walk, function
Etymology
From Old High German 'hloufan'. Cognate with English 'leap' and 'elope'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'leap' - moving legs quickly. Also, machines 'run' (laufen) just like people do.