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"Time flies so fast" vs "Time flies so quickly"

Both phrases 'time flies so fast' and 'time flies so quickly' are correct and commonly used in English. They convey the same meaning, expressing how time seems to pass quickly. The choice between 'fast' and 'quickly' is a matter of personal preference.

Last Updated: February 16, 2024

Time flies so fast

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express how time seems to pass quickly.

Examples:

  • I can't believe it's already midnight. Time flies so fast!
  • It feels like just yesterday when we started this project. Time flies so fast.

Alternatives:

  • time passes so quickly
  • time goes by so fast
  • time goes by so quickly
  • time moves so fast
  • time moves so quickly

Time flies so quickly

This is correct

This is a common idiom used in English to indicate that time seems to pass more quickly in certain situations.

ExpertExplanation provided by a TextRanch English expert

Preferred Form:
Time flies so quickly


Some examples from our editors:

  • Time flies so quickly when you're having fun!
  • It's been so long since I've seen you -- I can't believe how quickly the time flies!
  • My baby is already starting school; time flies so quickly!

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • Time really flies!
  • The years have flown by!
  • It's been three weeks, but it doesn't feel like it's been that long.

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