A1 noun Neutral #1,500 most common 1 min read

尽快

jinkuai /t͡ɕin kʰwaɪ̯/
Practice it

Use '尽快' to convey a sense of urgency and the need for prompt action.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Means 'as soon as possible'.
  • Expresses urgency and promptness.
  • Common in daily communication.

Overview

尽快 (jǐnkuài) 是一个非常常用的汉语副词，意思是“as soon as possible”或“as quickly as possible”。它用来表达一种紧迫感，希望某件事情能够尽早、迅速地完成或实现。在日常交流和书面语中都广泛使用。

尽快通常放在动词前面，用来修饰动作的速度或时间。例如：请尽快回复我（Please reply to me as soon as possible）。它也可以用来表达一种期望或要求，希望对方能够加快行动。例如：我们需要尽快做出决定（We need to make a decision as soon as possible）。

**立即 (lìjí)**：立即和马上意思相近，都表示“immediately”，强调立刻执行，没有时间间隔。

  1. 1抓紧 (zhuājǐn)：抓紧有“seize (an opportunity)”或“hurry up”的意思，侧重于抓住时机或加快进度，也带有紧迫感，但“尽快”更侧重于时间上的“早”和“快”。

Examples

1

请尽快给我一个答复。

everyday

Please give me a reply as soon as possible.

2

我们必须尽快找到解决方案。

formal

We must find a solution as quickly as possible.

3

你能不能尽快送过来？我等着用。

informal

Can you send it over ASAP? I need it urgently.

4

研究团队正尽快分析实验数据。

academic

The research team is analyzing the experimental data as rapidly as possible.

Common Collocations

尽快回复 reply ASAP
尽快完成 complete ASAP
尽快处理 handle ASAP
尽快到达 arrive ASAP

Common Phrases

请尽快

Please do it ASAP

尽快处理

Handle it ASAP

尽快完成

Complete ASAP

Often Confused With

尽快 vs 马上 (mǎshàng)

'马上' emphasizes 'immediately' or 'right now', focusing on the instant action. '尽快' emphasizes 'as soon as possible', focusing on achieving the goal quickly and without unnecessary delay, which might not necessarily be instant.

尽快 vs 立即 (lìjí)

'立即' also means 'immediately' and is very similar to '马上'. It stresses the absence of any time gap before the action. '尽快' is broader, suggesting promptness over a slightly longer but still short period.

Grammar Patterns

尽快 + Verb (e.g., 尽快回复) 请 + 尽快 + Verb (e.g., 请尽快完成) Subject + 尽快 + Verb (e.g., 我们尽快出发)

How to Use It

Usage Notes

1. '尽快' is a common adverb used to express urgency. 2. It is generally placed before the verb it modifies. 3. While it implies speed, it doesn't necessarily mean 'instantaneously'. 4. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but might sound slightly demanding if overused.

Common Mistakes

1. Confusing '尽快' with words that mean 'instantly' like '立即' or '马上'. '尽快' allows for a short, efficient timeframe, not necessarily zero time. 2. Using '尽快' in situations where no urgency is implied, making the request sound pushy. 3. Incorrect placement in the sentence; it should typically precede the verb.

Tips

💡

Emphasize promptness effectively

Use '尽快' when you want something done quickly and without delay. It's a versatile word for expressing urgency.

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Avoid overuse in casual chat

While useful, overusing '尽快' in very casual conversations might sound a bit demanding. Consider context.

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Efficiency is valued

In Chinese culture, efficiency and promptness are often appreciated, making '尽快' a frequently used and understood term.

Word Origin

The word '尽快' is composed of '尽' (jìn), meaning 'to the utmost' or 'exhaust', and '快' (kuài), meaning 'fast' or 'quick'. Together, they convey the meaning of doing something as fast as possible, using up time efficiently.

Cultural Context

The emphasis on efficiency and promptness in modern Chinese society makes '尽快' a very practical and frequently used expression in both personal and professional interactions.

Memory Tip

Think of '尽' (jin) as 'exhaust' or 'use up' and '快' (kuai) as 'fast'. So, 'use up time fast' or 'exhaust time quickly' to get things done as soon as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

尽快强调“尽早”和“快”，表示希望事情越早完成越好。马上则强调“立刻”、“马上就做”，侧重于动作的即刻性。

‘尽快’通常用在动词前面，作状语修饰动词。例如：请尽快回复。

不一定。虽然‘尽快’带有紧迫感，但它也可以用在一般的请求中，表示希望对方能够高效地完成任务，不一定代表非常紧急的危险情况。

在请求别人‘尽快’做某事时，可以加上“麻烦您”、“请您”等礼貌用语，并说明原因，这样会显得更得体。

Test Yourself

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请您______把这份文件发给我。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 尽快

这句话需要表达“越快越好”的意思，所以‘尽快’是最合适的词。

multiple choice

“老板要求我们尽快完成这个项目。”这句话表达了什么意思？

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 项目需要迅速并尽早完成。

‘尽快’表示希望项目能够以最快的速度、并且尽早完成。

sentence building

请用以下词语组成一个通顺的句子：尽快、回复、请、我。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 请尽快回复我。

‘请’是开头，‘尽快’修饰‘回复’，‘我’是‘回复’的对象，构成‘请尽快回复我’。

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