stop using 迅速 for everyday fast things

Published on Saturday, September 12, 2026

3 comments

I keep seeing people use 迅速 to mean 'quick' for normal stuff like replying to emails. Actually, that's completely wrong. 迅速 is strictly for emergency/disaster level speed because of the 迅 radical (which literally means battlefield rush). If you aren't a firefighter or a paramedic, you shouldn't be using it. Use 迫 instead if you want to say something is pressing or fast. It's basic kanji nuance but everyone seems to m

Loading comments...

Ready to get started?

Try axogo for free and start optimizing your content today.