What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
rapide
Example
The rapide current made it difficult to swim across the river. [rapide: adjective]
Example
The courier service offers rapide delivery for urgent packages. [rapide: noun]
Example
The manager made a rapide decision to cut costs and increase profits. [rapide: adjective]
speedy
Example
The speedy sports car zoomed past us on the highway. [speedy: adjective]
Example
The company prides itself on providing speedy customer service. [speedy: adjective]
Example
Thanks for your speedy response to my email. [speedy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Speedy is more commonly used than rapide in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between rapide and speedy?
Rapide is more formal than speedy and is often used in professional or academic settings.
