rapid
Translation
rapid, swift
Examples
Die Krankheit zeigte einen rapiden Verlauf.
The disease showed a rapid progression.
Wir beobachten ein rapides Wachstum der Wirtschaft.
We are observing rapid growth of the economy.
Grammar Patterns
a rapid ((noun)) (a rapid noun) There was a rapid increase in prices.
Similar Words
schnell (fast), rasant (breakneck); Antonyms: langsam (slow)
Etymology
From Latin 'rapidus' (swift, tearing away). It's a direct cognate of the English word 'rapid'.
Memory Tips
It's identical to the English word 'rapid', making it a very easy cognate to remember. It's often used in more formal or technical contexts than 'schnell'.