run a company
يدير شركة
حرفيًا: To move quickly a company
Use it to describe the person who is the ultimate boss and decision-maker of a business.
في 15 ثانية
- Being the primary person in charge of a business's operations.
- Used for both small shops and massive global corporations.
- Implies active leadership and daily decision-making power.
المعنى
To 'run a company' means you are the person in charge of making the big decisions and keeping the business moving forward every day.
أمثلة رئيسية
3 من 6Meeting a new person at a party
My sister runs a company that makes eco-friendly packaging.
My sister runs a company that makes eco-friendly packaging.
In a formal job interview
I have been running a company for five years, so I understand leadership.
I have been running a company for five years, so I understand leadership.
Texting a friend about a busy day
I can't talk now, running a company is harder than it looks!
I can't talk now, running a company is harder than it looks!
خلفية ثقافية
The phrase reflects the Western 'hustle culture' where leadership is seen as an active, high-energy pursuit. It evolved from mechanical metaphors in the 19th century where 'running' a mill or engine meant keeping it functional. Today, it's a badge of honor for entrepreneurs.
The 'Small' Secret
You can use this for any size. Even if you are the only employee, saying you `run a company` sounds much more professional than saying you are 'self-employed'.
Don't say 'Walk'
In some languages, the word for 'lead' might be different, but in English, we never 'walk' or 'jump' a company. It is always `run`.
في 15 ثانية
- Being the primary person in charge of a business's operations.
- Used for both small shops and massive global corporations.
- Implies active leadership and daily decision-making power.
What It Means
To run a company isn't about physical exercise. It means you are the boss, the leader, or the manager. You handle the operations, the people, and the money. Think of a company like a complex machine. You are the one turning the gears to keep it from stopping.
How To Use It
You use this phrase when talking about leadership. It is a very active expression. You don't just 'have' a company; you run it. Use it with the present continuous running if you are doing it right now. Use the simple present run to describe your general job. It works for tiny bakeries or giant tech firms.
When To Use It
Use it in job interviews to show your experience. Use it when introducing a friend who is an entrepreneur. It sounds powerful and responsible. You can use it at a dinner party when someone asks, "What do you do for a living?" It sounds more impressive than saying "I work at a company."
When NOT To Use It
Don't use it if you are just a regular employee. If you only manage one small team, say manage a team instead. Using run a company when you don't own it might sound like you are bragging. Avoid it in very technical legal documents where operate or incorporate might be better. Don't say it to your boss unless you want to get fired for claiming their job!
Cultural Background
In English-speaking cultures, 'running' something implies energy and speed. It comes from the idea of keeping a mechanism in motion. There is a big focus on the 'self-made' leader. People who run a company are often respected for their hard work. It suggests you have the 'stamina' to keep the business alive.
Common Variations
You might hear run the show for general leadership. Small business owners often say they run a small business. In slang, someone might say they run things around here. If you are doing it with a partner, you co-run the business. If it's going badly, you might run it into the ground—but let's hope not!
ملاحظات الاستخدام
The phrase is highly versatile and fits almost any professional or social setting. Be careful not to use it if you are in a mid-level position, as it specifically implies top-tier leadership.
The 'Small' Secret
You can use this for any size. Even if you are the only employee, saying you `run a company` sounds much more professional than saying you are 'self-employed'.
Don't say 'Walk'
In some languages, the word for 'lead' might be different, but in English, we never 'walk' or 'jump' a company. It is always `run`.
The CEO Vibe
In the US, people love the word `run` because it sounds energetic. It implies you are a 'doer' not just a 'thinker'.
أمثلة
6My sister runs a company that makes eco-friendly packaging.
My sister runs a company that makes eco-friendly packaging.
A natural way to describe someone's impressive career.
I have been running a company for five years, so I understand leadership.
I have been running a company for five years, so I understand leadership.
Shows authority and high-level experience.
I can't talk now, running a company is harder than it looks!
I can't talk now, running a company is harder than it looks!
Casual and slightly complaining about the workload.
Look at him bossing everyone around; he thinks he runs a company!
Look at him bossing everyone around; he thinks he runs a company!
Using the phrase to joke about a bossy toddler.
After his father died, he had to run a company he didn't want.
After his father died, he had to run a company he didn't want.
Shows the burden of responsibility.
She is the first woman to run a company of this size in our country.
She is the first woman to run a company of this size in our country.
Formal reporting of a significant achievement.
اختبر نفسك
Choose the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence.
He has been ___ a company since he was twenty-one.
We use the '-ing' form after 'has been' to show a continuous action.
Which word fits best in a business context?
It takes a lot of courage to ___ a company during a recession.
'Run' is the standard collocation for managing a business.
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وسائل تعلم بصرية
Formality of 'Run a Company'
Talking to friends about your startup.
I'm running a small shop now.
Explaining your job to a stranger.
He runs a company in London.
In a professional biography or news.
She was appointed to run the company.
Where to use 'Run a Company'
Networking
I run a tech company.
Family Dinner
How is running the company going?
Business News
Who will run the company next?
LinkedIn Bio
Experienced in running a company.
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNot necessarily. You could be a hired CEO who runs the company for the owners. It just means you are the top manager.
Yes! You can run a bakery or run a small boutique. It works for any business size.
It's very similar, but run sounds more powerful. Manage can sometimes sound like you are just handling the boring details.
It's a bit of a joke, but people do say it! It means you are the person who organizes everything at home.
You could say you 'work for' a company or are an 'employee'. These mean you follow orders rather than give them.
Yes, it is very common. For example: Successfully ran a company with 50 employees is a great bullet point.
This is a negative idiom. It means to manage a company so badly that it fails or goes bankrupt.
Yes, you can run the marketing department or run the sales team. It still means you are the leader.
No, it is standard English. You can use it in a boardroom or at a bar with friends.
Usually, yes. The word run gives a feeling of movement and activity.
عبارات ذات صلة
Call the shots
To be the person who makes all the important decisions.
At the helm
In charge of an organization (like steering a ship).
Be the boss
To have the highest authority in a group.
Head up
To lead a specific project or department.
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