schnell
Translation
fast, quick, rapid
Examples
Er fährt zu schnell.
He is driving too fast.
Wir brauchen eine schnelle Lösung.
We need a quick solution.
Grammar Patterns
to do ((sth.)) quickly Do it quickly! Mach es schnell!
to go quickly ((to)) He drives home quickly. Er fährt schnell nach Hause.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rasch, zügig; Antonyms: langsam
Etymology
From Middle High German 'snel', related to Old English 'snel' (active, bold, quick).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'snail' but the opposite meaning, or 'snell' (archaic for quick/sharp).