This is the 18106th most frequent Russian word.
ходу
"Ходу" means "motion" or "momentum" in English, often referring to the act of moving or being in progress.
Here, 'ходу' is used in the phrase 'на ходу,' meaning 'on the move' or 'while moving.' It denotes action performed during movement.
Давай обсудим это на ходу.
Let's discuss this on the move.
In this sentence, 'ходу' refers to 'ход' as 'speed' or 'movement,' describing the velocity of an action.
Этот автомобиль быстро набирает ход.
This car quickly gains speed.
Here, 'ходу' is part of 'на самом ходу,' meaning 'at the height' or 'at the peak,' referring to the intensity or active phase of the fire.