No. 5,468 in Dutch
lopend
"Running" or "walking" (depending on context).
In a sentence
Hij is lopend naar de winkel gegaan.
He went to the store on foot.
This usage emphasizes the mode of transportation, specifically walking.
De lopend kraan moet gerepareerd worden.
The running tap must be repaired.
Here, 'lopend' describes the continuous flow of water from the tap.
Ze hebben een lopend project dat volgend jaar voltooid zal zijn.
They have an ongoing project that will be completed next year.
In this context, 'lopend' refers to something currently in progress.
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