Portuguese Phrase
É bem rápido.
Meaning
Literally, 'It is quite fast.' The phrase is used to comment that something moves or works faster than expected, but without the super‑strong emphasis of 'muito rápido'.
When to use
Use this sentence when you want to describe the speed of a vehicle, a service, a process, or any action that feels noticeably fast. It works in both informal and semi‑formal contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Ébemrápido
É (ser)
The verb 'ser' is used for permanent or defining characteristics; here it links the subject (implied) to the adjective.
bem (intensifier)
In Portuguese, 'bem' can function as an intensifier meaning 'quite', 'very', or 'rather' before adjectives.
rápido (adjective)
Adjectives agree in gender and number with the noun they describe; 'rápido' is masculine singular.
🗨In Conversation
Como foi a entrega do seu pedido?
How was the delivery of your order?
É bem rápido, chegou em menos de 30 minutos.
It's quite fast, it arrived in less than 30 minutes.
✕Common Mistakes
É bem rapído.
The accent is on the first 'a' (rápido), not on the 'i'.
É bem rápido (referring to a feminine noun).
When the subject is feminine, the adjective must agree: 'É bem rápida.'
É muito bem rápido.
Avoid stacking intensifiers; 'muito bem rápido' sounds redundant.
↔Alternatives
É muito rápido.
It's very fast.
É bastante rápido.
It's rather fast.
É rápido.
It's fast.
Cultural Tip
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'bem' is a very common way to soften or moderate an adjective, giving a natural, conversational tone. Native speakers often prefer 'bem' over 'muito' when they want to sound less exaggerated. Remember that the adjective must match the gender of the noun it refers to (e.g., 'É bem rápida' for a feminine subject).