No. 4,763 in Dutch
fast
The Dutch word "vast" means "firm," "steady," or "fixed" in English.
In a sentence
De auto rijdt heel snel.
The car is going very fast.
The word 'snel' is used to denote high speed or rapid movement.
Ze zal vast veel succes hebben met haar examen.
She will surely have much success with her exam.
The word 'vast' is used here as an adverb meaning 'surely' or 'certainly.'
De plank zit vast aan de muur.
The plank is securely attached to the wall.
The word 'vast' in this sentence means 'secure' or 'firmly attached.'
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