A limited-express train (used by operators like JR) for which a special express ticket is required; stops at fewer stations than local trains.
東京駅発の特急に乗って名古屋へ向かった。
I took the limited-express departing Tokyo Station to Nagoya.
この特急は指定席のみなので、事前に特急券を買ってください。
This limited express has only reserved seats, so please buy an express ticket in advance.
A limited-express train (term used by various private railway companies) that makes fewer stops and runs faster than local trains; operational patterns vary by company.
京王線の特急は主要駅だけに停まる。
The Keio Line limited express stops only at major stations.
通勤時間帯は特急が混雑することが多い。
Limited-express trains are often crowded during rush hour.
A great hurry; being in a rush (colloquial).
特急で用事を済ませて戻らなければならない。
I have to finish the errand in a hurry and get back.
彼は特急で仕事を片付けようとしている。
He's trying to wrap up the work very quickly.