speed in German

speed in German is Geschwindigkeit, Schnelligkeit, Filmempfindlichkeit — speed means how fast something moves, or the rate at which something happens.

speed in German

Geschwindigkeit

noun

Schnelligkeit

noun

Filmempfindlichkeit

noun

(photography) The sensitivity to light of film, plates or sensor.

Amphe

noun

(slang, uncountable) Amphetamine or any amphetamine-based drug (especially methamphetamine) used as a stimulant, especially illegally.

Pep

noun

(slang, uncountable) Amphetamine or any amphetamine-based drug (especially methamphetamine) used as a stimulant, especially illegally.

Speed

noun

(slang, uncountable) Amphetamine or any amphetamine-based drug (especially methamphetamine) used as a stimulant, especially illegally.

rasen

verb

To cause to make haste; to dispatch with celerity; to drive at full speed; hence, to hasten; to hurry.

What does "speed" mean?

noun How fast something moves, or the rate at which something happens.
"Drivers must reduce their speed near the school gates."
noun Amphetamine, especially used as an illegal stimulant drug.
"The nurse explained that speed is an illegal drug and very risky."
verb To go fast, or to drive faster than the legal limit.
"The cyclist sped down the hill without touching the brakes."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

speed in a sentence

Drivers must reduce their speed near the school gates.
The train reached a top speed of 200 miles per hour.
The nurse explained that speed is an illegal drug and very risky.
He told the group how speed had harmed his health.

Similar words in German

accelerate hie hotfoot hurry race rush tempo upper

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "speed" in German?

"speed" in German is Geschwindigkeit, Schnelligkeit, Filmempfindlichkeit. speed means: How fast something moves, or the rate at which something happens.

How do you use "speed" in a sentence?

Example: "Drivers must reduce their speed near the school gates." In German, "speed" is Geschwindigkeit, Schnelligkeit, Filmempfindlichkeit.

Are there other ways to say "speed" in German?

Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "speed": Geschwindigkeit, Schnelligkeit, Filmempfindlichkeit, Amphe, Pep, Speed.

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