Definition and meaning of English word "quick"
quick
/kwɪk/
Meaning
AdjectiveMoving with speed, rapidity or swiftness, or capable of doing so; rapid; fast.
How to use
The adjective 'quick' is commonly used in everyday conversation and is often used to describe something that happens or is done in a short amount of time. A learner mistake is to use 'quick' as an adverb, instead use 'quickly'. For example, 'She's quick at solving puzzles' (adjective) versus 'She solved the puzzle quickly' (adverb).
🇬🇧 English
quick
Example
He ran quickly around the track.
The quick response saved the day.
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Common phrases
- quick decision— a fast decision
- quick response— a fast response
- quick fix— a temporary solution
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What does the English word "quick" mean?▼
The English word "quick" means "quick" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "He ran quickly around the track." (which translates as "quick").
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