What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
amaine
Example
The ship sailed amain towards the harbor. [amain: adverb]
Example
He worked amain to finish the project before the deadline. [amain: adverb]
quickly
Example
She quickly finished her homework so she could watch TV. [quickly: adverb]
Example
The cat ran quickly across the room. [quickly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Quickly is more commonly used than amain in everyday language. Quickly is a versatile term that can be used in various contexts and is more familiar to ESL learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between amaine and quickly?
Amain is typically associated with a more formal or literary tone, while quickly is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
