A2 verb Neutral #4,000 most common 1 min read

奔跑

benpao /bēn pǎo/

Run or dash, implying speed and energetic movement.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • To move forward quickly, faster than walking.
  • Emphasizes speed, dynamism, and effort.
  • Used for people, animals, and sometimes figuratively.

Overview

“奔跑”是一个非常常用的中文动词,描述了快速移动的状态。它比“走”的速度要快得多,通常带有强烈的动感和力量感。无论是人类还是动物,当它们以较快的速度向前移动时,都可以用“奔跑”来形容。

“奔跑”通常用作不及物动词,后面可以直接跟表示方向或目的的词语,也可以单独使用。例如,“他在操场上奔跑”,“孩子们在草地上快乐地奔跑”。它也可以用于比喻义,比如“时间奔跑而去”。

在描述体育运动(如跑步、赛跑)、动物行为(如猎豹奔跑)、儿童游戏(如追逐打闹)以及表达某种紧迫感或快速行动时,“奔跑”是常见的词汇。例如,新闻报道中可能会提到“运动员们在赛道上奋力奔跑”,或者在描述紧急情况时说“他听到声音后拔腿就跑”。

“跑”是“奔跑”的简化形式,意思基本相同,但“奔跑”更强调速度和力量感,更具画面感。

“快走”是指比正常步行速度快,但通常仍比“奔跑”慢,且不那么强调力量和动感。

“飞奔”比“奔跑”的速度更快,带有“像飞一样”的夸张意味,形容极快的速度。

Examples

1

运动员们在赛场上奋力奔跑。

everyday

The athletes are running hard on the track.

2

听到警笛声,人群开始四散奔跑。

formal

Hearing the siren, the crowd started to scatter and run.

3

小狗在草地上撒欢儿奔跑。

informal

The puppy is frolicking and running around on the grass.

4

时间如同奔跑的骏马,一去不复返。

academic

Time runs like a galloping steed, never to return.

Common Collocations

向前奔跑 run forward
快乐地奔跑 run happily
奋力奔跑 run with all one's might

Common Phrases

拔腿就跑

to take to one's heels; to run away quickly

跑得快

runs fast

向前跑

run forward

Often Confused With

奔跑 vs

'跑' is a more general term for running. '奔跑' specifically emphasizes speed, dynamism, and often a sense of exertion or urgency.

奔跑 vs 快走

'快走' means to walk fast, which is slower than '奔跑'. '奔跑' implies a gait faster than walking, like a sprint or a dash.

Grammar Patterns

Subject + 奔跑 (e.g., 孩子在奔跑) Subject + 奔跑 + Direction/Location (e.g., 他向终点奔跑) Subject + [Adverb] + 奔跑 (e.g., 他快乐地奔跑)

How to Use It

Usage Notes

Primarily used for describing rapid locomotion. It's a dynamic verb that adds energy to a sentence. Can be used for both literal running and figurative speed. Generally neutral in formality but can be used in both spoken and written contexts.


Common Mistakes

Learners might overuse '奔跑' when '走' (walk) or '跑' (run more generally) would be more appropriate. Ensure the context clearly indicates a speed faster than walking and often with significant effort or dynamism.

Tips

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Emphasize the Speed

Use '奔跑' when you want to convey a sense of rapid movement and energy, not just walking faster.

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Don't Confuse with 'Walk'

'奔跑' is significantly faster than walking. Avoid using it for casual strolls.

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Freedom and Vitality

In Chinese culture, '奔跑' often symbolizes freedom, vitality, and youthful energy, especially when seen in natural settings.

Word Origin

The character '奔' (bēn) originally depicted a person running with a large stride. '跑' (pǎo) is a phonetic loan character. Together, '奔跑' strongly conveys the idea of rapid, forward movement.

Cultural Context

In Chinese literature and art, depictions of running often symbolize freedom, escape, or the pursuit of goals. The act of '奔跑' can represent overcoming obstacles or the vibrant energy of life.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone 'bending' (奔) over slightly as they 'run' (跑) fast, putting effort into their stride.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

“跑步”通常指一种有规律的、为了锻炼或比赛而进行的运动,而“奔跑”更侧重于快速移动本身的状态,不一定有规律或目的性,可以是紧急的、快乐的或自然的动作。

“奔跑”可以用在描述人或动物快速移动的场景,比如运动比赛、逃跑、追逐,或者仅仅是表达一种充满活力的状态。

是的,“奔跑”有时可以用于比喻,比如形容时间过得很快,可以说“时间在奔跑”。

是的,“奔跑”的核心含义就是速度快,比走路快得多,强调的是一种快速前进的状态。

Test Yourself

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孩子们在公园里快乐地______。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 奔跑

空格处需要一个表示快速移动的动词,符合语境。

multiple choice

这只猎豹正在______。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 奔跑

猎豹的动作是快速移动,用“奔跑”最恰当。

sentence building

他 / 操场 / 奔跑 / 在

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他在操场奔跑。

该选项使用了“奔跑”并构成了一个符合语法和逻辑的句子。

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