What is the Spanish word for "swift"?

Learn how to say "swift" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

swift

Spanish

rápido

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Alternative translations of "swift"

veloz
ligero
pronto
ágil

Examples of how to use "swift" in Spanish

English
Always expect a swift response from them.
Spanish
Siempre espera una respuesta rápida de ellos.
English
The swift fox crossed the open field.
Spanish
El zorro ágil cruzó el campo abierto.
English
She made a swift decision and smiled.
Spanish
Ella tomó una decisión rápida y sonrió.
English
A swift river carried the small boat.
Spanish
Un río rápido llevó la pequeña embarcación.
English
He gave a swift reply to the question.
Spanish
Él dio una respuesta rápida a la pregunta.

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