A1adverb 1K

Quickly

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈkwɪkli/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈkwɪkli/"]/

Meaning of Quickly

fast

In simple words: In a fast manner

Quickly in a sentence

• She ran quickly to catch the bus.
• The meal was prepared quickly, but it tasted delicious.
• He needed to quickly finish his homework before dinner.
• If you respond quickly, you will have a better chance.
• The rabbit moved quickly across the field.

How to use Quickly

Use 'quickly' when describing how something is done fast. Appropriate in both spoken and written English, but may be overly formal in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

quickly + verb

Memory hint

Think of 'quickly' as 'quick on your feet' — moving fast!

Related words

Collocations with Quickly

• move quickly
• react quickly
• think quickly

Synonyms for Quickly

• rapidly
• swiftly
• promptly
• briskly
• hastily

Opposites of Quickly

• slowly

Common mistakes with Quickly

• Using 'quick' instead of 'quickly' when modifying a verb.
• Placing 'quickly' too far from the verb it modifies.
• Confusing 'quickly' with 'fastly' since 'fast' is the correct adverb.

Frequently asked questions about Quickly

What does Quickly mean?

In a fast manner

What is the definition of Quickly?

fast

How do you use Quickly in a sentence?

She ran quickly to catch the bus.

Can you give another example of Quickly?

The meal was prepared quickly, but it tasted delicious.

What are synonyms for Quickly?

Common alternatives include rapidly, swiftly, promptly, briskly, hastily.

What is the opposite of Quickly?

Opposite meanings include slowly.

What words go with Quickly?

It commonly pairs with move quickly, react quickly, think quickly.

What are common mistakes when using Quickly?

Using 'quick' instead of 'quickly' when modifying a verb. Placing 'quickly' too far from the verb it modifies. Confusing 'quickly' with 'fastly' since 'fast' is the correct adverb.

How do you pronounce Quickly?

US: /["/ˈkwɪkli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkwɪkli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Quickly?

Use 'quickly' when describing how something is done fast. Appropriate in both spoken and written English, but may be overly formal in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Quickly?

"Quickly" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.