snel
fast, quick
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/snɛl/
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Cultural Note
The Dutch are efficient people, and 'snel even' (quickly just) is a phrase you'll hear constantly — 'snel even boodschappen doen' (quickly do the groceries). The word reflects the Dutch value of not wasting time.
📝 Example Sentences
De trein is sneller dan de bus.
The train is faster than the bus.
Kun je snel even komen?
Can you come quickly?
De tijd gaat snel voorbij.
Time passes quickly.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | snel |
| comparative | sneller |
| predicative | snel |
| superlative | snelst |