Promptness Meaning in English

word

US

ˈprɑmpt.nəs

PROMPT-nuss

UK

pɹˈɒmptnəs

PROMPT-nuss

Definition

Promptness is the quality of acting quickly or being on time, especially when responding to something or arriving somewhere.

Usage & Nuances

Most often used in formal or professional settings to praise efficiency or timeliness. Common collocations: 'known for her promptness', 'the promptness of the service'. 'Promptness' is uncountable. Not used for physical speed like 'quickness'.

• Spanish: puntualidad - rapidez
• Portuguese (BR): pontualidade - rapidez
• Portuguese (PT): pontualidade - rapidez
• Chinese (Simplified): 及时性 - 敏捷
• Chinese (Traditional): 及時性 - 敏捷
• Hindi: समयपालन - तत्परता
• Arabic: السرعة - الدقة في الوقت
• Bengali: তাৎক্ষণিকতা - সময়নিষ্ঠতা
• Russian: оперативность - своевременность
• Japanese: 迅速さ - 即時性
• Vietnamese: sự nhanh chóng - sự kịp thời
• Korean: 신속함 - 시간 엄수
• Turkish: zamanında olma - çabukluk
• Urdu: بر وقت ہونا - فوری ردعمل
• Indonesian: ketepatan waktu - kesigapan

Example Sentences

His promptness in replying to emails is impressive.

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We appreciate your promptness in finishing the task.

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Promptness is very important in customer service.

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Her promptness makes her stand out at work.

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I was surprised by the promptness of their delivery.

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When it comes to deadlines, promptness can make all the difference.

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