быстрый
rapid
very fast
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быстрый with English translation
быстрый usage examples
The river had a rapid current after the rain.
После дождя у реки было быстрое течение.
Her rapid reply surprised everyone.
Её быстрый ответ удивил всех.
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быстрый synonyms
What's the difference between быстрый / скорый / стремительный / мгновенный
rapid — very fast
The river had a rapid current after the rain.
После дождя у реки было быстрое течение.
Means “coming very soon” or “without delay”; often sounds a bit more formal or bookish.
A prompt answer will help avoid delay.
Скорый ответ поможет избежать задержки.
Emphasizes very high speed, sharpness, and dynamic movement; often used figuratively.
The rapid development of technology is changing our lives.
Стремительное развитие технологий меняет нашу жизнь.
Means “happening in an instant,” with almost no waiting time.
An instant reply came to the phone.
Мгновенный ответ пришёл на телефон.
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How to pronounce быстрый and what this word means
быстрый translation: rapid. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce быстрый
[ˈbɨstrɨj]
быстрый translation
rapid
быстрый examples
The river had a rapid current after the rain.
быстрый transcription
[ˈbɨstrɨj]
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быстрый meaning: what does it mean?
очень быстрый, происходящий за короткое время
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быстрый definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The river had a rapid current after the rain. Translation: После дождя у реки было быстрое течение.
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