zügig
briskly · swiftly · efficiently · prompt
Es bedeutet, dass etwas schnell und ohne unnötige Pausen passiert.
The German word "zügig" is an adjective or adverb meaning "promptly," "swiftly," or "without delay." It comes from the verb "ziehen" (to pull or to move), implying movement or progress happening smoothly and quickly.
Similar words:
- schnell (fast)
- flott (quick, brisk)
- rasch (quick)
- flink (nimble, swift)
Difference:
- "zügig" emphasizes timely, efficient progress often in a procedural or task-oriented context.
- "schnell" and "rasch" focus more on speed.
- "flott" and "flink" highlight swiftness and agility, sometimes with a casual tone.
For example:
Wir müssen zügig handeln (We must act promptly) implies efficiency and timeliness more than just speed.
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Examples
Er läuft zügig zum Bahnhof.adverb
He is walking briskly to the train station.
Der Zug fährt zügig durch das Land.adverb
The train is moving swiftly through the country.
Der Zug fährt zügig zur nächsten Station.adverb
The train is moving swiftly to the next station.
Der Arzt arbeitet zügig.adverb
The doctor works efficiently.
Die Arbeit muss zügig erledigt werden.adverb
The work must be completed promptly.
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