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Lent – Rapide (Slow – Fast)

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rapide info.

Tips to remember the French word “rapide”:
– Associate “rapide” with the English words “rapid” or “raptor,” which suggests speed and quickness.
– Think of “rapid” waters in English, which are fast-moving parts of a river.

Explanations:
– “Rapide” is the French adjective for “fast” or “quick.” It is used to describe something that moves at high speed or takes a short amount of time.

Other words that mean the same thing:
– “Vite” is another French word often used interchangeably with “rapide.” It can mean “fast” or “quickly” as an adverb.
– “Prompt” can mean quick in the sense of being timely or swift to act.
– “Expéditif” can be used to describe something done quickly, often with a sense of efficiency.

Alternate meanings like slang:
– “Rapide” is commonly used in everyday French with no particular slang connotations. However, in a casual setting, you might hear “à toute vitesse” which means “at full speed.”

Examples of sentences that use “rapide”:
– “Il est très rapide sur le terrain.” (He is very fast on the field.)
– “Je cherche un itinéraire plus rapide.” (I’m looking for a quicker route.)
– “Elle a répondu d’une manière rapide et efficace.” (She responded in a quick and efficient manner.)
– “Les changements survenus dans l’industrie ont été très rapides.” (The changes that occurred in the industry were very rapid.)
– “Pour un repas rapide, je mange souvent des sandwichs.” (For a quick meal, I often eat sandwiches.)

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