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“as early as possible” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinjí zǎo

Example

请你及早把文件发给我。qǐng nǐ jí zǎo bǎ wén jiàn fā gěi wǒ

Please send me the document as early as possible.

Illustration for 及早 (as early as possible)

How to say “as early as possible” in Chinese

“As early as possible” in Chinese is 及早 (jí zǎo).

Moving an action forward so it is handled at the earliest practical time.

Full entry for 及早: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 及早

为防止问题扩大,应及早采取措施。wèi fáng zhǐ wèn tí kuò dà yīng jí zǎo cái qǔ cuò shī

To prevent the problem from spreading, measures should be taken as early as possible.

Tips for using 及早

  • This adverb focuses on when an action begins or is handled, not on how fast it is carried out, which helps separate it from words that describe physical speed.

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