話はなしが早はやい

expression, i-adjective

quick to understand; getting straight to the point; no need to explain further

Used when someone grasps the situation immediately or when a matter is resolved quickly without lengthy discussion. Often said with appreciation or relief.

• 彼かれは話はなしが早はやいから、説せつ明めいが楽らくだ。

  He's quick on the uptake, so explaining things is easy.

• 話はなしが早はやくて助たすかったよ。

  That was settled quickly—thanks, that helped a lot.