run smoothly
يسير بسلاسة
Literalmente: To move at a fast pace in a soft or level way
Use it to describe any planned event or process that happens without stress or unexpected problems.
Em 15 segundos
- Describes a process or event happening without any problems.
- Commonly used for business meetings, travel plans, and events.
- Implies that everything is organized and functioning perfectly.
Significado
When something happens exactly as planned without any problems, delays, or annoying surprises. It's like a machine that is well-oiled and makes no noise while it works.
Exemplos-chave
3 de 6Talking about a work project
The transition to the new software should run smoothly if we follow the manual.
The transition to the new software should happen without problems if we follow the manual.
Discussing wedding plans
I just want my big day to run smoothly without any drama.
I just want my wedding day to go perfectly without any trouble.
Texting a friend about a trip
Check-in at the airport ran smoothly, so I'm already at the gate!
Airport check-in was easy and fast, so I'm at the gate.
Contexto cultural
The phrase reflects the Western cultural obsession with efficiency and 'well-oiled machines.' It originated during the mechanical age when engineers focused on reducing friction in engines. Today, it is a staple of corporate 'business-speak' but remains warm enough for personal use.
The 'Hiccup' Antonym
If things are NOT running smoothly, English speakers often say there is a 'hiccup' or a 'glitch' in the plan.
Don't 'Walk' Smoothly
In some languages, you 'walk' through a plan. In English, plans and machines always 'run' or 'go'.
Em 15 segundos
- Describes a process or event happening without any problems.
- Commonly used for business meetings, travel plans, and events.
- Implies that everything is organized and functioning perfectly.
What It Means
Run smoothly is all about effortless success. Think of a bicycle chain that just got oiled. It doesn't squeak or get stuck. It just works. When you use this phrase, you're saying that a situation is free from friction. There are no 'hiccups' or 'glitches.' Everything is flowing perfectly from start to finish.
How To Use It
You can use it for events, processes, or even people working together. It usually follows a noun like the meeting, the wedding, or the app. You can say things like "I hope everything runs smoothly tomorrow." It’s very flexible. You can use it in the past tense too: "Yesterday ran smoothly for once!" It’s a great way to express relief that nothing went wrong.
When To Use It
Use it when you are planning something big. It’s perfect for the office when a project is on track. Use it when talking to a friend about their big move or a party they are hosting. It’s a very positive phrase. It shows you are organized and in control. If you're a manager, you'll probably say this five times a day.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use it for people’s physical health. You wouldn't say "My cold is running smoothly." That sounds very strange! Also, avoid it for things that are naturally chaotic. You wouldn't say a wild party ran smoothly because parties are supposed to be a bit crazy. It’s for things that have a plan or a schedule. If there's no plan, it can't really run smoothly.
Cultural Background
In English-speaking cultures, especially in the US and UK, efficiency is highly valued. We love systems that work without us having to fix them. The phrase likely comes from the Industrial Revolution. Machines had to be lubricated to run smoothly. Today, we apply that same mechanical logic to our social lives and business meetings. It’s the ultimate compliment for an organizer.
Common Variations
You might hear people say go smoothly or sail smoothly. They mean almost the same thing. Go smoothly is slightly more common in casual speech. Sail smoothly adds a bit of a nautical, poetic vibe. If you want to be more intense, you can say run like clockwork. That means it’s not just smooth, it’s perfect.
Notas de uso
This is a safe, versatile phrase. It sits right in the middle of the formality scale, making it perfect for both a CEO and a teenager. Just remember it describes the *process*, not the *result*.
The 'Hiccup' Antonym
If things are NOT running smoothly, English speakers often say there is a 'hiccup' or a 'glitch' in the plan.
Don't 'Walk' Smoothly
In some languages, you 'walk' through a plan. In English, plans and machines always 'run' or 'go'.
The Polite Lie
Even if a small thing went wrong, people often say things 'ran smoothly' to be polite and show they weren't stressed.
Exemplos
6The transition to the new software should run smoothly if we follow the manual.
The transition to the new software should happen without problems if we follow the manual.
Professional use focusing on a process.
I just want my big day to run smoothly without any drama.
I just want my wedding day to go perfectly without any trouble.
Emotional context regarding a personal event.
Check-in at the airport ran smoothly, so I'm already at the gate!
Airport check-in was easy and fast, so I'm at the gate.
Informal update on a situation.
My life would run smoothly if it weren't for my morning coffee addiction.
My life would be perfect if I didn't need coffee so much.
Using the phrase ironically to joke about daily struggles.
Thank you everyone; the conference ran smoothly because of your hard work.
Thanks everyone; the conference was a success because of you.
Formal praise for organization.
After the repair, the engine is finally running smoothly again.
After the fix, the engine is working perfectly again.
Literal use regarding a machine.
Teste-se
Choose the best word to complete the sentence about a business meeting.
We prepared everything in advance to ensure the presentation would ___ smoothly.
The standard collocation is `run smoothly` when talking about events or processes.
Complete the sentence to describe a successful event.
Despite the rain, the outdoor festival ___ smoothly.
The past tense `ran` is used here because the festival has already happened or is being described in the past.
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Recursos visuais
Formality of 'Run Smoothly'
Used with friends about daily plans.
Hope your date runs smoothly!
The most common way to use the phrase.
The event ran smoothly.
Used in professional reports or speeches.
Operations are running smoothly.
Where to use 'Run Smoothly'
Office Projects
The launch ran smoothly.
Travel
Our flight ran smoothly.
Appliances
The dishwasher is running smoothly.
Events
The party ran smoothly.
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasNot directly. You wouldn't say 'He runs smoothly.' However, you can say 'He makes the office run smoothly,' meaning he is a good manager.
They are almost identical. Go smoothly is slightly more common for one-time events, while run smoothly is better for ongoing processes like a business.
Yes, it is perfectly acceptable. You might see it in an annual report: 'Operations ran smoothly throughout the fiscal year.'
In very casual, dialect-heavy English, people might say 'it's running smooth,' but in standard English, you should always use the adverb smoothly.
No, while it started with machines, it is now used much more often for abstract things like schedules, meetings, and relationships.
Yes, you can say it ran like clockwork. This implies even higher precision than just running smoothly.
No, for liquids we say 'flow smoothly.' Use run smoothly for events or mechanical operations.
Absolutely. Saying 'I ensure my team's projects run smoothly' is a great way to describe your management skills.
Using it for health or weather. Don't say 'The rain is running smoothly' or 'My flu is running smoothly.'
Yes, you can say 'Our relationship is running smoothly,' though 'going well' is more common for romance.
Frases relacionadas
Go like clockwork
To happen exactly as planned with perfect timing.
Without a hitch
To happen without even a single small problem.
Plain sailing
A period of time where everything is very easy and there are no obstacles.
In good working order
Specifically for machines or systems that are functioning correctly.
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