Spanish Phrase
Es rapidito.
Meaning
This phrase uses the diminutive suffix '-ito' on the adjective 'rápido' to emphasize that something will take very little time. It softens the statement, making the task or duration seem even smaller and more manageable than just saying 'rápido'.
When to use
Use this when you want to reassure someone that a favor, a task, or a stop will only take a moment. It is perfect for informal situations where you want to sound friendly and unburdensome.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Esrapidito
Ser (Es)
The verb 'ser' is used here because the duration is treated as a characteristic of the activity.
Diminutive (-ito)
The suffix '-ito' is added to 'rápido' to indicate a smaller degree or to sound more affectionate/informal.
🗨In Conversation
¿Tienes un minuto para revisar esto?
Do you have a minute to check this?
Sí, pásamelo, es rapidito.
Yes, hand it to me, it's very quick.
✕Common Mistakes
Está rapidito.
Use 'ser' (es) to describe the inherent nature or duration of an event, rather than 'estar'.
Es rápidoito.
When adding the diminutive suffix '-ito', you must drop the final vowel of the root word 'rápido'.
↔Alternatives
Es rápido.
It's fast.
Es un momentito.
It's just a little moment.
No tardo nada.
I won't be long at all.
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish-speaking countries, diminutives like '-ito' are used frequently to sound more polite or less demanding. It's a key part of building rapport and sounding like a native speaker in casual conversation.