立即
What does "立即" mean?
immediately请立即回复这封邮件。
Please reply to this email immediately.
How to use "立即" correctly?
Without any delay; instantly.
系统立即响应用户的请求。
The system responds to the user's request immediately.
他立即意识到自己犯了一个错误。
He realized immediately that he had made a mistake.
Commonly used in formal contexts like instructions, commands, or technical descriptions.
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
'立即' is more formal than '马上' or '立刻'. Use '立即' in professional or technical writing, while '马上' is more casual and widely used in speech.
Gold Rule
When to use 立即
Use '立即' when emphasizing urgency or in contexts requiring precision, such as instructions, contracts, or technical documentation.
Word Origin
Composed of '立' (to stand, to establish) and '即' (to approach, immediately), reflecting the idea of taking action without delay.
Usage Notes
Used in both written and spoken Chinese, often in formal or urgent contexts. Less common in casual conversation compared to '马上'.