Usage Note
Rasch is a common everyday adverb for swift action, slightly more energetic than schnell. Rasch handeln implies decisive speed. It is stylistically neutral and common in southern German, Swiss, and Austrian registers alongside schnell.
Examples
"Sie erledigte die Aufgabe rasch und fehlerfrei."
Natural Translation
She completed the task quickly and without errors.
Literal Translation
She completed the task swiftly and error-free.
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