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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?

  1. noun How fast something moves, or the rate at which something happens.
    "The train reached a top speed of 200 miles per hour."
  2. noun Amphetamine, especially used as an illegal stimulant drug.
    "He admitted he used to take speed to stay awake on long shifts."
  3. verb To go fast, or to drive faster than the legal limit.
    "She was fined for speeding on the motorway."

speed in a sentence

  • The train reached a top speed of 200 miles per hour.
  • They increased the speed of production to meet demand.
  • He admitted he used to take speed to stay awake on long shifts.
  • She was fined for speeding on the motorway.

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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: "The train reached a top speed of 200 miles per hour." 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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