المعنى
To use up all of something so that there is none left.
خلفية ثقافية
In the US, 'running out of gas' is a common metaphor for losing energy or motivation. In the UK, 'run out of steam' is a very common idiom for losing momentum. In business, 'running out of runway' is a common metaphor for a startup losing its funding. In restaurants, 'running out of a dish' is a common way to inform customers that an item is no longer available.
The 'of' rule
Always remember that 'of' is the bridge between the verb and the object. Never skip it!
Don't abandon people
Remember that 'run out on' means to leave someone. Don't say 'I ran out of my friend'!
المعنى
To use up all of something so that there is none left.
The 'of' rule
Always remember that 'of' is the bridge between the verb and the object. Never skip it!
Don't abandon people
Remember that 'run out on' means to leave someone. Don't say 'I ran out of my friend'!
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
We ____ of coffee this morning.
The phrase is 'run out of' and it needs to be in the past tense.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
The preposition 'of' is required after 'run out'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Why are you going to the store? B: Because we ____ of bread.
Present perfect 'have run out of' is appropriate here.
🎉 النتيجة: /3
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
3 تمارينWe ____ of coffee this morning.
The phrase is 'run out of' and it needs to be in the past tense.
Which sentence is correct?
The preposition 'of' is required after 'run out'.
A: Why are you going to the store? B: Because we ____ of bread.
Present perfect 'have run out of' is appropriate here.
🎉 النتيجة: /3
الأسئلة الشائعة
3 أسئلةNo, it is only for resources or supplies.
It is neutral and suitable for almost any situation.
It is a preposition that links the verb to the object.
عبارات ذات صلة
Run low on
similarTo have only a small amount left.
Be out of
synonymTo have none of something.
Use up
synonymTo consume completely.
Run dry
similarTo have no more supply.
