No. 2,491 in German
swift
The German word "Swift" does not exist as a native word; it typically refers to the English word "swift" (meaning fast or a type of bird).
In a sentence
Der Fluss hat eine schnelle Strömung.
The river has a swift current.
Used to denote rapid motion or pace.
Der Prozess war sehr schnell und effizient.
The process was very swift and efficient.
Illustrates swiftness in terms of execution or process efficiency.
Ein Mauersegler zog über den Himmel.
A swift flew across the sky.
Refers to the bird species 'swift'.
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