Quickly in Tagalog

Quickly in Tagalog translates to “Mabilis,” “Agad,” or “Kaagad” depending on context. This common English adverb has several Tagalog equivalents that capture different nuances of speed and promptness. Understanding these variations will help you communicate timing and urgency more effectively in Filipino conversations.

[Words] = Quickly

[Definition]:

• Quickly /ˈkwɪkli/
• Adverb 1: At a fast speed; rapidly
• Adverb 2: Within a short time; soon
• Adverb 3: Without delay; promptly

[Synonyms] = Mabilis, Madali, Agad, Agad-agad, Kaagad, Dali-dali, Bilisan

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: She quickly finished her homework before dinner.
Ex1_PH: Mabilis niyang natapos ang kanyang takdang-aralin bago mag-hapunan.

Ex2_EN: The ambulance arrived quickly at the scene of the accident.
Ex2_PH: Ang ambulansya ay dumating nang mabilis sa pinangyarihan ng aksidente.

Ex3_EN: Please respond to my email as quickly as possible.
Ex3_PH: Pakisagot ang aking email nang mabilis hangga’t maaari.

Ex4_EN: Time passes quickly when you’re having fun.
Ex4_PH: Ang oras ay lumilipas nang mabilis kapag ikaw ay nagsasaya.

Ex5_EN: He quickly realized his mistake and apologized.
Ex5_PH: Agad niyang napagtanto ang kanyang pagkakamali at humingi ng tawad.