Definition and meaning of English word "quickly"
quickly
/ˈkwɪklɪ/
Meaning
AdverbRapidly; with speed; fast; with expedition.
How to use
In English, 'quickly' is often used in informal contexts to convey a sense of urgency or speed. For example, 'I'll finish this project quickly' or 'Can you help me quickly?' However, in formal writing or professional settings, it's often more suitable to use phrases like 'at a rapid pace' or 'with great haste.' One common learner mistake is to use 'quickly' as an adverb to describe a noun, when in fact it should be used to describe a verb or an action.
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quickly
Example
I finished the task quickly.
The car drives quickly.
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Common phrases
- at a rapid pace— moving or happening quickly
- with great haste— in a way that is quick or fast
- in a flash— very quickly
- in no time— very quickly
- on the double— very quickly
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The English word "quickly" means "quickly" in English.
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