deprisa
“deprisa” means “quickly” in Spanish (indicating speed of action).
quickly, fast
Also: in a hurry
📝 In Action
¡Vístete deprisa! Vamos a llegar tarde.
A1Get dressed quickly! We are going to be late.
Ella siempre habla muy deprisa cuando está nerviosa.
A2She always speaks very fast when she is nervous.
Necesitamos terminar este informe deprisa.
B1We need to finish this report quickly.
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Quick Quiz: deprisa
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'deprisa'?
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📚 Etymology▼
'Deprisa' comes from the combination of the preposition 'de' (of/from) and the noun 'prisa' (haste). It literally means 'of haste' or 'in a hurry,' which evolved into the single word we use today.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'deprisa' one word or two?
It is written as a single word: 'deprisa'. Although it originated as two words ('de prisa'), the combined form is the standard and preferred spelling today.
Can I use 'con prisa' instead of 'deprisa'?
Yes, 'con prisa' means 'with haste' or 'in a hurry,' and it often carries a similar meaning to 'deprisa.' For example, 'Estoy con prisa' (I am in a hurry) is common, but 'Come deprisa' (Eat quickly) is usually preferred when describing the speed of an action.