Translation
fast, quick
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Word origin
From Latin rapidus ('rushing, swift'), from rapere ('to seize, snatch'). English rapid, rape and rapture share the same root.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- rapidus
- English cognates
- rapid, rapture
Grammar
Examples
TGV .
The TGV is a very fast train.
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He has a fast but uncomfortable car.
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His reaction was quick and effective.
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This train is faster than the car.
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We need a quick reply before the end of the day.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 13, lesson 2: rapide, camion, colonel and 7 more words.