Portuguese Phrase
Às vezes vou correr.
Meaning
The sentence means 'Sometimes I go running.' It conveys that the speaker runs on occasion, not as a daily routine, but as an activity they occasionally do.
When to use
Use this phrase when talking about your exercise habits, especially when you want to emphasize that running is an occasional activity rather than a regular schedule.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Àsvezesvoucorrer
Às vezes
A contraction of the preposition 'a' + definite article 'as', meaning 'sometimes' and used as an adverbial phrase.
Ir + infinitive
The verb 'ir' in the present (vou) followed by an infinitive can express a near future or a habitual action, similar to 'I go to run' or 'I will run'.
Correr
Infinitive form of the verb 'to run'. When used after 'ir', it keeps the infinitive.
🗨In Conversation
Você costuma praticar esportes?
Do you usually practice sports?
Às vezes vou correr.
Sometimes I go running.
✕Common Mistakes
Às vezes eu corro.
While correct, it changes the nuance; using 'vou correr' stresses the intention to go out for a run, not just the act of running.
Às vezes vou correndo.
'Correndo' is a gerund and would mean 'I sometimes go while running', which is not the intended meaning.
Às vezes vou correrá.
Mixing present 'vou' with future third‑person 'correrá' is grammatically incorrect.
↔Alternatives
Às vezes corro.
I sometimes run.
De vez em quando vou correr.
From time to time I go running.
De vez em quando corro.
I run from time to time.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, many people run in public parks, along the beach promenade (orla), or in city squares. It's common to join a 'grupo de corrida' (running group) on weekends. When you mention running, Brazilians might ask which route you prefer – the beach, the park, or the city streets.