Meanings
How to pronounce "quick on the uptake":
AU
Able to readily understand things; aware and intelligent.
Example Sentences
1
John is quick on the uptake and always understands complex concepts easily.
2
Mary may seem quiet, but she is quick on the uptake and catches on to new information quickly.
3
The new intern is quick on the uptake and learns tasks faster than anyone else in the office.
4
The teacher was impressed with how quick on the uptake the student was and how fast they solved the problem.
5
Even though English is not his first language, Alex is quick on the uptake and picks up new vocabulary quickly.