Meaning
quickness, readiness
- the quality of reacting or acting quickly and efficiently
- mental agility or quick-wittedness, especially in speech or thought
In a sentence
La sua prontezza di riflessi ha evitato un grave incidente.
His quick reflexes prevented a serious accident.
Ha risposto alla domanda con grande prontezza di spirito.
She answered the question with great quick-wittedness.
Non tutti hanno la prontezza necessaria per gestire simili emergenze.
Not everyone has the readiness required to handle such emergencies.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| prontezza | feminine · singular |
| prontezze | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Frequently paired with 'di riflessi' (quick reflexes) or 'di spirito' (quick-wittedness).