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eilig

German → American English

American English

hurry

schnell zu erledigen oder unter Zeitdruck stehend

Ich habe es eilig, weil der Zug gleich abfährt.

Eilig is usually used with sein or haben: Ich habe es eilig = I'm in a hurry. It often describes a situation or need, not a person directly.

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Frequently asked questions

What does „eilig“ mean in English?
„Eilig“ means „in a hurry,“ „hurried,“ or „urgent,“ depending on the context.
How do you use „eilig“ in a sentence?
Commonly with „sein“ or „haben“, for example: „Ich habe es eilig.“ = „I'm in a hurry.“
Is „eilig“ a verb or an adjective?
„Eilig“ is an adjective in German.
What is the difference between „eilig“ and „dringend“?
„Eilig“ often means something needs to be done quickly or that someone is in a hurry, while „dringend“ means „urgent“ and is more about importance or necessity.