laufen
Translation
to run, to walk, to work, to be on
Examples
Er läuft jeden Morgen.
He runs every morning.
Der Motor läuft gut.
The engine is running well.
Der Film läuft schon im Kino.
The movie is already playing in the theater.
Wie läuft's bei dir?
How's it going with you?
Grammar Patterns
laufen to run/walk He runs fast.
laufen ((well/poorly)) to go (well/poorly) The business is running well.
laufen to be on/playing (movie, show) The show runs every night.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rennen (to run fast); Antonyms: stehen (to stand).
Etymology
From Old High German 'loufan'. Cognate with the English word 'leap'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'loafing' as the opposite of 'laufen' (running).