adjectiveadverb
schnell
fast · quickly
Etwas bewegt sich in kurzer Zeit von einem Ort zum anderen oder geschieht zügig.
The German word "schnell" is an adjective and adverb meaning "fast" or "quick".
- It describes high speed or short duration.
Similar words:
- rasch (quick, rapid)
- flink (nimble, swift)
- zügig (prompt, with good pace)
Differences:
- rasch often implies promptness rather than speed.
- flink emphasizes agility or nimbleness.
- zügig stresses steady, efficient progress rather than sheer speed.
"Schnell" is the most general term for speed.
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Examples
Ich laufe schnell.adverb
I am running fast.
Das Auto fährt schnell.adverb
The car drives fast.
Das Auto ist schnell.adjective
The car is fast.
Das Auto fährt sehr schnell.adverb
The car drives very fast.
Er läuft sehr schnell.adverb
He runs very fast.
Er läuft schnell zum Bahnhof.adverb
He runs quickly to the train station.
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