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March 24, 2026
尽快(儘快)jǐnkuài(jin3kuai4)
尽快 means 'as quickly as possible' or 'as soon as possible.' It is often used in both spoken and written Chinese to urge someone to act promptly, especially in business or formal contexts. The term conveys a sense of urgency and is commonly used in requests or directives.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, punctuality and speed in communication are highly valued, especially in business and formal contexts. Using 尽快 demonstrates respect for the recipient’s time and emphasizes the importance of prompt action.
Memory Tip
Think of a race car speeding down the track – it's all about going fast! The character 尽 (jǐn) suggests 'to the utmost' or 'to the limit,' while 快 (kuài) means 'fast' or 'quick.' Together, they create a vivid image of doing something at maximum speed.
Meanings of 尽快
jǐnkuài(jin3kuai4)
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1as quickly as possible
2as soon as possible
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About 尽快
尽快Simplified
儘快Traditional
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副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
#1609Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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尽早 (jǐnzǎo) - use 尽快 when emphasizing speed, while 尽早 focuses on doing something early.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of a race car speeding down the track – it's all about going fast! The character 尽 (jǐn) suggests 'to the utmost' or 'to the limit,' while 快 (kuài) means 'fast' or 'quick.' Together, they create a vivid image of doing something at maximum speed.
Usage Notes
尽快 is typically used in formal situations, such as in emails or official communications, to indicate urgency. A common mistake is to use it too casually in informal conversations; instead, opt for simpler phrases. Be cautious with tone – ensure the second syllable 'kuài' is pronounced with the fourth tone.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 尽快 connects well with other time-related vocabulary, such as 及时 (jí shí, 'in time') and 马上 (mǎ shàng, 'immediately'). Students should focus on using 尽快 in sentences to express urgency and practice its tonal pronunciation.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, punctuality and speed in communication are highly valued, especially in business and formal contexts. Using 尽快 demonstrates respect for the recipient’s time and emphasizes the importance of prompt action.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 尽快 by placing it incorrectly in sentences; for instance, saying '我尽快去' (Wǒ jǐn kuài qù) instead of '我会尽快去' (Wǒ huì jǐn kuài qù), which correctly includes the future tense marker '会' (huì). Additionally, some might confuse it with the more casual '快点' (kuài diǎn).
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Grammar Patterns of 尽快
尽快 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 7 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.
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请尽快作决定。
qǐng jìn kuài zuò jué dìng。
Please make your decision as soon as possible.
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请尽快通知装货日期.
qǐng jìn kuài tōng zhī zhuāng huò rì qī.
Please advise the date of shipment as soon as possible.
Cultural Notes for 尽快
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In Chinese culture, punctuality and speed in communication are highly valued, especially in business and formal contexts. Using 尽快 demonstrates respect for the recipient’s time and emphasizes the importance of prompt action.
Frequently Asked Questions about 尽快
It's better to reserve 尽快 for formal or urgent contexts; for casual situations, you might say 快点 (kuài diǎn), meaning 'hurry up.'
Not exactly; 尽快 suggests urgency over a period, while 马上 implies immediate action. Use 马上 for actions that need to happen right away.
Use 尽快 when you want to emphasize the need to act quickly in professional emails, requests, or instructions.
