zügig
Translation
swift, quick, speedy, prompt
Examples
Wir brauchen eine zügige Antwort.
We need a swift answer.
Die Arbeit geht zügig voran.
The work is progressing quickly.
Bitte bearbeiten Sie den Antrag zügig.
Please process the application promptly.
Grammar Patterns
((do)) sth. swiftly do sth. swiftly Please process the application promptly.
a swift ((...)) a swift ... We need a swift answer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: schnell, rasch, flott; Antonyms: langsam, zögerlich
Etymology
Derived from 'der Zug' (train, procession, pull). It describes something moving steadily and quickly, like a train.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Zug' (train) moving 'zügig' (swiftly) along the tracks. The word itself contains 'Zug'.