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March 24, 2026
随时(隨時)suíshí(sui2shi2)
随时 (sui2 shi2) means 'at any time' or 'at all times.' It is often used to indicate flexibility or readiness to act whenever needed. This term is commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese, especially in contexts where availability or promptness is emphasized.
Frequency#1387DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being available and responsive is often valued in both personal and professional relationships. 随时 reflects the importance of adaptability and readiness to engage with others.
Memory Tip
Imagine a clock that can turn in any direction, symbolizing the idea of 'any time.' The character 随 (sui) suggests 'following' or 'to accompany,' while 时 (shi) means 'time.' Picture someone saying, 'I can follow your schedule, just tell me the time!'
Meanings of 随时
suíshí(sui2shi2)
1at any time
2at all times
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About 随时
随时Simplified
隨時Traditional
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副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
#1387Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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随地 (suídì) - use 随时 when referring to time flexibility, while 随地 emphasizes location flexibility.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a clock that can turn in any direction, symbolizing the idea of 'any time.' The character 随 (sui) suggests 'following' or 'to accompany,' while 时 (shi) means 'time.' Picture someone saying, 'I can follow your schedule, just tell me the time!'
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 随时 with 任何时间 (ren4 he2 shi2 jian1), which means 'any time' but is less flexible. It's used in both formal and informal contexts, but be mindful of the tone, as using a different tone can alter the meaning. Common collocations include '随时联系' (sui2 shi2 lian2 xi4) meaning 'contact at any time.'
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 随时 connects well with other time-related vocabulary. Focus on using it in sentences to express readiness or availability in various contexts, enhancing your conversation skills. Practice with phrases that convey the idea of timing and flexibility.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being available and responsive is often valued in both personal and professional relationships. 随时 reflects the importance of adaptability and readiness to engage with others.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 随时 by placing it in the wrong context, such as saying '我随时去' (I go at any time) instead of '我随时可以去' (I can go at any time). Ensure to use it with appropriate verbs to convey readiness.
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Grammar Patterns of 随时
随时 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Under the agreement the Vietnamese can opt out at any time.
3
那部电话随时可能响。
nà bù diàn huà suí shí kě néng xiǎng。
Any minute now, that phone is going to ring.
4
他们冒着随时会中弹的危险。
tā mén mào zháo suí shí huì zhōng dàn de wēi xiǎn。
They ran the risk of being shot at any moment.
5
吉姆预计随时会被派到欧洲去。
jí mǔ yù jì suí shí huì bèi pài dào ōu zhōu qù。
Jim expects to be sent to Europe any day now.
6
伊丽莎白受到邀请，可以随时去她家住。
yī lì suō bái shòu dào yāo qǐng， ， kě yǐ suí shí qù tā jiā。
Elizabeth had a standing invitation to stay with her.
7
卡罗琳有辆配有司机的轿车，随时准备送她去伦敦。
kǎ luó lín yǒu liàng pèi yǒu sī jī de jiào chē， ， suí shí zhǔn bèi sòng tā qù lún。
Caroline had a chauffeured car waiting to take her to London.
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她夸张地鞠了个躬。“阿纳斯塔西娅·克鲁布尼克，随时为您效劳，”她说。
tā kuā zhāng dì jū le gè gōng。“ 。“ ā nà sī tǎ xī· yà · kè lǔ bù， ní kè ， suí shí wéi，” nín xiào。
She bowed dramatically. "Anastasia Krupnik, at your service," she said.
9
手边放一本便笺簿，以便有问题时随时记下。
shǒu biān fàng yī běn biàn jiān bù， ， yǐ biàn yǒu wèn tí shí suí shí jì。
Keep a pad handy to jot down queries as they occur.
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请随时告知我们该项目的进展情况。
qǐng suí shí gào zhī wǒ mén gāi xiàng mù de jìn zhǎn qíng kuàng。
Please keep us informed of the status of this project.
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You are welcome to visit the hospital at any time.
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Cultural Notes for 随时
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, being available and responsive is often valued in both personal and professional relationships. 随时 reflects the importance of adaptability and readiness to engage with others.
Frequently Asked Questions about 随时
Yes, 随时 is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, making it suitable for emails.
随时 implies readiness and flexibility, while 任何时间 simply means 'any time' without the same nuance of immediacy.
It is pronounced as 'sui2 shi2', with the second and third tones.
