手早い · i-adjective
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | 手早い | 手早くない |
| Polite | 手早いです | 手早くないですalso 手早くありません |
| Past polite | 手早かったです | 手早くなかったですalso 手早くありませんでした |
| Past | 手早かった | 手早くなかった |
| Te-form | 手早くて | 手早くなくて |
| Adverbial | 手早く | |
| Conditional | 手早ければ | 手早くなければ |
| Tara conditional | 手早かったら | 手早くなかったら |
Describes actions or work done with speed and dexterity, often implying efficiency and skill.
She prepared the meal quickly and efficiently.
手早い処理が求められる仕事だ。
It's a job that requires quick and nimble handling.
She quickly and efficiently prepared breakfast.
He quickly wrapped up his work and went home.
I was amazed at the chef's nimble hand movements.
I quickly finished my meal and went out.