German Phrase
Express Mail ist am schnellsten.
Meaning
The sentence means 'Express mail is the fastest.' It is used to compare different shipping or delivery options, highlighting that the express service delivers quicker than standard alternatives.
When to use
Use this phrase when discussing shipping methods, comparing delivery times, or recommending the quickest way to send a package, both in business meetings and casual conversations.
✦Grammar Breakdown
ExpressMailistamschnellsten
sein (ist)
The verb 'sein' (to be) is conjugated as 'ist' for third person singular in the present tense.
Superlative with 'am'
The superlative form of adjectives is built with 'am' + adjective + '-sten' (e.g., 'am schnellsten' = the fastest).
Loanword 'Mail'
In German, 'Mail' is an English loanword commonly used for 'email' or 'mail service', especially in business contexts.
🗨In Conversation
Welcher Versand ist am schnellsten?
Which shipping method is the fastest?
Express Mail ist am schnellsten.
Express mail is the fastest.
✕Common Mistakes
Express Mail ist am schnellste.
The superlative requires the ending '-sten' after 'am'.
Express Mail ist das schnellste.
When using the adjective as a predicate, you need 'am' + '-sten', not 'das'.
Expressmail ist am schnellsten.
In German, the loanword stays separate: 'Express Mail', not merged.
↔Alternatives
Der Expressversand ist am schnellsten.
The express shipping is the fastest.
Schnellster Service ist Express Mail.
The fastest service is express mail.
Am schnellsten ist Express Mail.
Express mail is the fastest.
Cultural Tip
In German business communication, 'Express Mail' (or 'Expressversand') is a common term for premium, time‑critical delivery services. While 'Mail' is an English loanword, it is widely understood. However, in more formal writing you might prefer 'Expressversand' or 'Eilpost'.