Dictionary
fast
German → American English
American English
almost
nahezu; beinahe
Ich bin fast fertig mit meiner Arbeit."Fast" is very common in everyday German and usually means "almost" or "nearly." It goes before the word or phrase it modifies: "fast fertig," "fast drei Uhr." Don’t confuse it with English "fast" = schnell.
Frequently asked questions
What does "fast" mean in English?
"Fast" usually means "almost" or "nearly" in English.
Is "fast" the same as "schnell"?
No. "Fast" means "almost" or "nearly," while "schnell" means "quick" or "fast" in English.
How do you use "fast" in a sentence?
You can use it before adjectives, adverbs, numbers, or whole phrases, for example: "Ich bin fast fertig." = "I am almost done."