corredor
/koreˈdoɾ/masculine
The English word runner is translated into Spanish as corredor. Wiktionary also lists corredora.
Meaning: somebody who runs, who moves at a fast pace (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| corredor | /koreˈdoɾ/ | masculine |
| corredora | /koreˈdoɾa/ | feminine |
The term refers to somebody who runs or moves at a fast pace. Note that in a financial context, the phrase corredor de bolsa is used to mean stockbroker rather than runner.
What does it mean word for word?
The word corredor is derived from the verb correr (to run) and the suffix -dor, which denotes one who performs an action.
Which one should you use?
The forms differ based on the gender of the person being described: corredor is the masculine form and corredora is the feminine form.
How does it change in a sentence?
When referring to multiple people, the masculine plural form corredores is used for a group of male runners or a mixed-gender group. The feminine plural form corredoras is used exclusively for a group of female runners.
How do you pronounce it?
/koreˈdoɾ/
Did you know?
- While corredor describes a person who runs, it can also mean a 'hallway' or 'corridor' in many Spanish-speaking contexts.
- The root of correr is linked to the Latin 'currō', which is also the ancestor of the English word 'current'.
- To describe a professional sprinter, Spanish speakers often use the word velocista instead of corredor.
Examples in context
- Tom es un corredor veloz.Tom is a fast runner.This sentence is useful for describing a male runner using the form corredor.Tatoeba #1205508 by marcelostockle, translation #1025187 by CK
- Tony es un corredor veloz.Tony is a fast runner.Tatoeba #1743537 by marcelostockle, translation #37690 by CN
- Soy el corredor más rápido.I am the fastest runner.This sentence is useful for describing the fastest runner using the form corredor.Tatoeba #838693 by LugoIlmer, translation #257652 by CK
- María es una excelente corredora. Ella ha ganado varias competencias este año.María is an excellent runner. She has won several competitions this year.
- Juan es un fondista muy dedicado. Ha completado varios maratones en su carrera deportiva.Juan is a highly dedicated runner. He has completed several marathons in his sporting career.
- Pedro es un buen corredor, sale a correr todos los días para mantenerse en forma.Pedro is a good runner, he goes for a run every day to stay fit.
- Marta es una corredora de fondo increíble, puede mantener un buen ritmo durante largas distancias.Marta is an incredible long-distance runner, she can maintain a good pace over long distances.
- 11 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are talking about a local marathon.
- Daniel¿Viste al corredor que ganó la carrera?Did you see the runner who won the race?
- ElenaNo, pero dicen que es muy joven.No, but they say he is very young.
- DanielMi hermano también es un corredor profesional.My brother is also a professional runner.
- Elena¡Qué increíble! Debe entrenar mucho.How amazing! He must train a lot.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “runner” translations and entries corredor, corredora, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries corredor, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
