fast
almost
The German word 'fast' is used to express that something is nearly complete or that a situation is close to happening. It is often used in sentences to indicate that something is 'almost' there or that an action is 'almost' done. For example, 'Ich bin fast fertig mit meinem Essen' means 'I am almost done with my food'.
Example sentences using: fast
Die Schildkröte ist fast am Ziel.
The turtle is almost at the finish line.
This phrase uses 'fast' to denote near completion of a task. In English, 'fast' can also mean 'almost' when used in this context.
Ich habe fast alles vergessen.
I have almost forgotten everything.
This sentence uses 'fast' to express the nearing of total forgetfulness. The English equivalent of this sentence uses 'almost' in the same way.
Es ist fast Mittag.
It is almost noon.
This phrase uses 'fast' to indicate something is about to happen very soon. When translated to English, 'fast' would be 'almost' to convey the same meaning.