reger
Translation
brisk, lively, active, keen
Examples
Es herrscht reger Verkehr auf der Straße.
There is brisk traffic on the street.
Er nimmt regen Anteil an der Diskussion.
He takes a keen interest in the discussion.
Es gab einen regen Austausch von Ideen.
There was a lively exchange of ideas.
Grammar Patterns
reger + ((Noun)) brisk/lively ~ Es herrscht reger Verkehr.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lively, active, brisk; Antonyms: sluggish, weak, inactive
Etymology
Comes from the verb 'regen' (to stir, to move). It signifies a state of being active or in motion.
Memory Tips
Associate 'reger' with things that are 'regularly' moving, like brisk traffic or a lively discussion.