What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
rapide
Example
The train was very rapide and arrived at the station on time. [rapide: adjective]
Example
We need to find a rapide solution to this problem. [rapide: noun]
fast
Example
He ran as fast as he could to catch the bus. [fast: adverb]
Example
She is a fast learner and picked up the new skill quickly. [fast: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fast is more commonly used than rapide in everyday language, and it has more variations in usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between rapide and fast?
Rapide is a more formal word than fast, and it is often used in professional or academic contexts.
