A fast worker

noun

A person who is able to do their work quickly and efficiently.

John is such a fast worker, he completed the project a week ahead of schedule.
Visual representation of "a fast worker" - A person who is able to do their work quickly and efficiently.

Often appears as...

  • is a fast worker
  • know a fast worker
idiom

A person who takes action quickly, carries out a task quickly, or makes a decision promptly, especially in a way that can surprise people.

Wow, you already have a new girlfriend? You're quite a fast worker.
Visual representation of "a fast worker" - A person who takes action quickly, carries out a task quickly, or makes a decision promptly, especially in a way that can surprise people.

Often appears as...

  • be a fast worker
  • call someone a fast worker

Usage tips

Idiomatic

noun

A person who is able to do their work quickly and efficiently.

John is such a fast worker, he completed the project a week ahead of schedule.
Visual representation of "a fast worker" - A person who is able to do their work quickly and efficiently.

Often appears as...

  • is a fast worker
  • know a fast worker
idiom

A person who takes action quickly, carries out a task quickly, or makes a decision promptly, especially in a way that can surprise people.

Wow, you already have a new girlfriend? You're quite a fast worker.
Visual representation of "a fast worker" - A person who takes action quickly, carries out a task quickly, or makes a decision promptly, especially in a way that can surprise people.

Often appears as...

  • be a fast worker
  • call someone a fast worker

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "a fast worker"
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Work Context

Use 'a fast worker' for someone who performs job tasks quickly and well.

Illustration for Work Context
During the inventory, our team realized Sheila is a fast worker.
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Positive Evaluation

'A fast worker' is often a compliment in professional settings, showing respect.

Illustration for Positive Evaluation
Our manager always praises Paul because he's a fast worker.
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Potential Ambiguity

Sometimes 'a fast worker' might imply careless work, so context matters.

Illustration for Potential Ambiguity
He's a fast worker, but check his work for errors.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Work Context

Use 'a fast worker' for someone who performs job tasks quickly and well.

Illustration for Work Context
During the inventory, our team realized Sheila is a fast worker.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Positive Evaluation

'A fast worker' is often a compliment in professional settings, showing respect.

Illustration for Positive Evaluation
Our manager always praises Paul because he's a fast worker.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Potential Ambiguity

Sometimes 'a fast worker' might imply careless work, so context matters.

Illustration for Potential Ambiguity
He's a fast worker, but check his work for errors.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Work Context

Use 'a fast worker' for someone who performs job tasks quickly and well.

Illustration for Work Context
During the inventory, our team realized Sheila is a fast worker.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Positive Evaluation

'A fast worker' is often a compliment in professional settings, showing respect.

Illustration for Positive Evaluation
Our manager always praises Paul because he's a fast worker.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Potential Ambiguity

Sometimes 'a fast worker' might imply careless work, so context matters.

Illustration for Potential Ambiguity
He's a fast worker, but check his work for errors.
Visual representation of the word "A fast worker"

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