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flott (adj/adv)
   fast, quick(ly), brisk(ly), rapid(ly), speedy; racy; lively, spirited; smart (chic), stylish(ly); fun-loving, fast-living; good (dancer)

Die Bauarbeiten im neuen Chemnitzer Technologiepark gehen flott voran.
Construction work in the new Chemnitz Technology Park is progressing rapidly.

Es zog ein flotter Bursch zum Rhein,
nach Bonn, dort zu studieren... (Studentenlied - Worte: Franz Müller)
A fun-loving fellow went to the Rhine,
to Bonn, to study there... (student song - Lyrics: Franz Müller)

WEB > Full lyrics to “Es zog ein flotter Bursch zum Rhein” with audio

Related Words:
flink deft, nimble; quick, ready, sharp (eyes); snappy
wieder flott sein to be back in the pink, back on one’s feet
flott leben to live fast

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