立刻

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Character Breakdown

Usage of 立刻

立刻 means 'immediately' or 'at once' and is used to express that an action happens without any delay. It is often used in formal and informal contexts when urgency is emphasized.

Common Collocations

  • 立刻完成 (complete immediately): used when a task must be done without delay.
  • 立刻 (call the police immediately): used in emergencies.
  • 立刻行动 (take action immediately): emphasizes prompt response.

Notes

立刻 is stronger and more formal than just 现在 (now) or 马上 (right away). It often appears in commands or urgent requests. Avoid confusing it with (later) or 以后 (afterwards), which indicate delay.

Register and Tone

It is neutral in tone but leans toward formal or serious situations. It is less casual than 马上 but more direct than 立即, which is often used in written language.

Example Sentences

Please complete this report immediately.

After discovering the fire, he immediately called the police.

The doctor performed surgery on the patient immediately.