Punjabi · Common Verbs
ਦੌੜਨਾ
daurna
To run
Beginnerverb
Definition
To move fast on foot.
Example
ਖਿਡਾਰੀ ਤੇਜ਼ ਦੌੜਦਾ ਹੈ।
The athlete runs fast.
Etymology
'ਦੌੜਨਾ' (daurna) comes from the Sanskrit 'दौड़' (daur), meaning to run. It has retained its core meaning in modern Punjabi while becoming a common term for physical activity.
How & Where It’s Used
'ਦੌੜਨਾ' is frequently used in spoken Punjabi and is understood in both formal and informal registers. It is common in various contexts, from exercise to casual conversations.