Use to Phrasal Verbs 'Run out' in spoken English


Key Concepts and Translation in Hindi Language

The phrasal verb run out means to have no more of something left. In Hindi, it translates to "खत्म हो जाना" (khatm ho jana). We often use it in daily conversations when we talk about supplies, time, or resources that are finished.

Usage Examples and Translation

1. "I need to buy more milk because we have run out."
"मुझे और दूध खरीदने की जरूरत है क्योंकि हमारा दूध खत्म हो गया है।"


2. "We ran out of time during the exam."
"हम परीक्षा के दौरान समय खत्म हो गया।"


3. "She ran out of gas on her way to work."
"काम पर जाते समय उसकी गाड़ी का पेट्रोल खत्म हो गया।"



Key Mistakes

1. Using run out with the wrong subject: For example, saying "I run out of milk" instead of "I have run out of milk."
2. Forgetting to specify what has run out: Instead of saying "We ran out," it is better to say "We ran out of food."
3. Confusing run out with run away: Remember, run out means to finish something, while run away means to leave quickly.

Understanding and using run out correctly can help you sound more natural in English conversations!

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