corredor
“corredor” means “runner” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
runner
Also: racer, jogger
📝 In Action
El corredor se preparó para la maratón de la ciudad.
A1The runner prepared for the city marathon.
Necesitas mucha resistencia para ser un buen corredor de larga distancia.
B1You need a lot of stamina to be a good long-distance runner.
hallway
Also: corridor, aisle
📝 In Action
Necesitamos pintar el largo corredor que lleva a las habitaciones.
A2We need to paint the long hallway that leads to the bedrooms.
Los niños no deben correr en el corredor de la escuela.
A1Children should not run in the school corridor.
broker
Also: agent, dealer
📝 In Action
Mi corredor de bolsa me aconsejó vender las acciones.
B1My stockbroker advised me to sell the shares.
Tuvimos que pagar una comisión al corredor inmobiliario.
B2We had to pay a commission to the real estate agent.
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Quick Quiz: corredor
Question 1 of 2
Which English word best translates 'corredor' in the sentence: 'El fuego se extendió rápidamente por el corredor principal.'
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📚 Etymology▼
The word 'corredor' comes directly from the Spanish verb 'correr' (to run). The suffix '-dor' is used to indicate 'one who performs the action' or 'a place where the action is performed'. This explains why it means both a runner and a passageway.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if 'corredor' means a person or a place?
You can usually tell by the context. If the sentence mentions actions like 'ganar' (to win) or 'entrenar' (to train), it’s the person (runner). If it mentions architecture, walls, or rooms, it’s the place (hallway).
Is 'corredor' only used for men?
When referring to a person, 'corredor' is the masculine form. If you are talking about a female runner or broker, you should use the feminine form, 'corredora'.