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UK//bʌt ˈprɪti fast//US//bʌt ˈprɪti fæst//

Meaning of But pretty fast

At a relatively quick speed.

In simple words: Quite quickly.

But pretty fast in a sentence

  • He finished his meal, but pretty fast, considering how hungry he was.
  • The train arrived at the station, but pretty fast, surprising the passengers.
  • They left the party, but pretty fast, before anyone noticed.
  • She understands the concepts, but pretty fast, adapting to new information.

How to use But pretty fast

Used in casual conversations, often to express that something happens at a good speed. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a cheetah who is pretty fast on its feet.

Related words

Collocations with But pretty fast

  • move pretty fast
  • run pretty fast
  • react pretty fast

Synonyms for But pretty fast

  • fairly quickly
  • quite fast
  • rather swiftly
  • somewhat rapidly

Common mistakes with But pretty fast

  • Using 'but' at the beginning of a sentence without a clear contrast.
  • Confusing with 'pretty fastly' which is incorrect.

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Frequently asked questions about But pretty fast

What does But pretty fast mean?

Quite quickly.

What is the definition of But pretty fast?

At a relatively quick speed.

How do you use But pretty fast in a sentence?

He finished his meal, but pretty fast, considering how hungry he was.

Can you give another example of But pretty fast?

The train arrived at the station, but pretty fast, surprising the passengers.

What are synonyms for But pretty fast?

Common alternatives include fairly quickly, quite fast, rather swiftly, somewhat rapidly.

What words go with But pretty fast?

It commonly pairs with move pretty fast, run pretty fast, react pretty fast.

What are common mistakes when using But pretty fast?

Using 'but' at the beginning of a sentence without a clear contrast. Confusing with 'pretty fastly' which is incorrect.

How do you pronounce But pretty fast?

US: //bʌt ˈprɪti fæst//, UK: //bʌt ˈprɪti fast//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is But pretty fast formal or informal?

"But pretty fast" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use But pretty fast?

Used in casual conversations, often to express that something happens at a good speed. Avoid in formal writing.