در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Means 'immediately' or 'right this second' without delay.
- Place it directly before the verb to show urgency.
- Common in business, tech, and situations requiring fast action.
معنی
This phrase is your go-to way to say 'right now' or 'without any delay.' It is the verbal equivalent of snapping your fingers to get something moving immediately.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6Responding to a boss
我立即处理这个问题。
I will handle this problem immediately.
A mother to a child
立即去刷牙！
Go brush your teeth right now!
System notification
请立即更新您的密码。
Please update your password immediately.
زمینه فرهنگی
The phrase reflects the 'China Speed' phenomenon, where efficiency is highly prized in business and daily life. While 'Ma shang' (literally 'on a horse') is the traditional way to say soon, 'Li ji' feels more modern and precise. It is the standard term used in user interfaces for 'Instant' features.
The 'Verb' Rule
Always put `立即` before the verb. It's like an adverbial shield protecting the action.
Don't overpromise
If you say `立即`, people expect it within seconds. If you need 5 minutes, use `马上` instead.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Means 'immediately' or 'right this second' without delay.
- Place it directly before the verb to show urgency.
- Common in business, tech, and situations requiring fast action.
What It Means
立即 is all about speed. It describes an action happening the very second a decision is made. Think of it as the 'Express Lane' of Chinese adverbs. It is more urgent than just saying 'soon.' It implies there is zero gap between now and the action.
How To Use It
You place 立即 right before the verb. It acts like a booster engine for your sentence. For example, if you are going to leave, adding 立即 means you are already grabbing your keys. It is simple, direct, and very effective. You don't need fancy grammar to make this work. Just 立即 + [Action] and you are set.
When To Use It
Use this when time is of the essence. Use it at work when a boss asks for a file. Use it at a restaurant if someone spills water. It is perfect for apps and technology too. Think of 'Download Now' buttons—they often use 立即. It conveys a sense of efficiency and responsiveness that people appreciate.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use 立即 for things that naturally take time. You wouldn't say you will 立即 master Chinese. That sounds like you have a magic wand! Also, avoid it in very relaxed, lazy settings. If you are lounging on a sofa, saying you will 立即 wash dishes sounds a bit sarcastic. In those cases, 马上 is a softer, more casual choice.
Cultural Background
In fast-paced modern Chinese cities, 立即 is the heartbeat of productivity. It reflects a culture that values quick results and 'hustle.' Historically, the characters suggest 'standing' and 'reaching' a point instantly. It’s the language of the digital age, from food delivery to instant messaging. It shows you are a person of action.
Common Variations
You will often hear 马上. That is the 'friendly cousin' of 立即. While 立即 is precise, 马上 is a bit more flexible (and sometimes means 'in a few minutes'). There is also 赶快, which adds a feeling of 'hurry up!' If you want to sound very formal, you might see 即刻 in written notices.
نکات کاربردی
It is a neutral-to-formal adverb. While common in speech, it is the standard choice for written instructions and professional commitments.
The 'Verb' Rule
Always put `立即` before the verb. It's like an adverbial shield protecting the action.
Don't overpromise
If you say `立即`, people expect it within seconds. If you need 5 minutes, use `马上` instead.
Digital Speed
On Chinese shopping apps like Taobao, you'll see `立即购买` (Buy Now). It's designed to trigger impulse buys!
مثالها
6我立即处理这个问题。
I will handle this problem immediately.
Shows high efficiency and professionalism.
立即去刷牙！
Go brush your teeth right now!
Used as a command to show authority.
请立即更新您的密码。
Please update your password immediately.
Standard formal instruction for security.
快看，这个包在打折，立即买！
Look! This bag is on sale, buy it now!
Expresses excitement and urgency.
他听完电话，立即离开了房间。
After the call, he left the room immediately.
Narrates a sudden, decisive action.
如果你现在立即出发，明年就能到了。
If you leave immediately now, you might arrive by next year.
Using the 'urgency' of the word to mock someone's slowness.
خودت رو بسنج
Choose the best word to show you are acting without any delay.
收到消息后，他 ___ 回复了她。
`立即` fits perfectly here because it shows the reply was sent right after receiving the message.
Complete the command for an emergency situation.
火警响了，请 ___ 离开建筑。
In an emergency, you must leave 'immediately' (`立即`).
🎉 امتیاز: /2
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Ways to say 'Now'
Casual, can mean 'in a bit'
I'm coming!
Neutral/Standard, means 'right now'
Do it now.
Formal/Written, very urgent
Effective immediately.
When to use 立即
Customer Service
I'll check for you immediately.
App Buttons
Download Now
Emergencies
Call 110 immediately!
Work Tasks
Send the email now.
بانک تمرین
2 تمرینها收到消息后，他 ___ 回复了她。
`立即` fits perfectly here because it shows the reply was sent right after receiving the message.
火警响了，请 ___ 离开建筑。
In an emergency, you must leave 'immediately' (`立即`).
🎉 امتیاز: /2
سوالات متداول
10 سوال立即 is more precise and slightly more formal. 马上 is very common in speech but can sometimes mean 'in a few minutes' rather than 'this exact second'.
No, 立即 must come before the verb. You cannot say 'Do it 立即'; you must say 立即 do it.
Not at all! It just sounds more decisive. If you tell a friend 立即出发 (leave immediately), it sounds like you are serious about beating the traffic.
Yes! You can say 他立即答应了 (He immediately agreed) to describe how quickly someone reacted in the past.
Exactly. It is the most direct translation for 'right away' or 'at once' in English.
In very formal or written contexts, you might just see 即, but for A2 learners, 立即 is the complete and safest form to use.
Usually, we don't say 不立即. Instead, we use 没有立即 to say someone 'did not immediately' do something.
Yes, it is very common. 我会立即回复 (I will reply immediately) is a standard professional phrase.
Only if your tone is angry. Otherwise, it just sounds efficient and helpful.
The opposite would be 慢慢 (slowly) or 以后 (later/in the future).
عبارات مرتبط
马上
Right away / Soon (more casual)
赶快
Hurry up / Quickly
立刻
Immediately (synonym, very similar to 立即)
即刻
Instantly (more formal/literary)
