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March 24, 2026
即将(即將)jíjiāng(ji2jiang1)
即将 (jí jiāng) means 'to be about to' or 'on the verge of.' It indicates an action or event that is imminent and will happen very soon. This term is often used in both spoken and written Chinese to express anticipation for something forthcoming.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of anticipation is important, especially during festivals or events like the Spring Festival, where families eagerly await reunions. 即将 captures this sense of looking forward to significant moments.
Memory Tip
Think of '即' (jí) as 'this moment' and '将' (jiāng) as 'to bring forth.' Imagine a door that's about to open, signifying that something is just around the corner, representing the imminence captured in the term 即将.
Meanings of 即将
jíjiāng(ji2jiang1)
1on the eve of
2to be about to
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副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
即将 (jíjiāng) vs 将要 (jiāngyào) — use 即将 for events that are imminent and happening very soon, while 将要 indicates a future action that is more general.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of '即' (jí) as 'this moment' and '将' (jiāng) as 'to bring forth.' Imagine a door that's about to open, signifying that something is just around the corner, representing the imminence captured in the term 即将.
Usage Notes
即将 is typically used in formal and informal contexts to indicate future events. A common mistake is to confuse it with 将要 (jiāng yào), which is more about intention rather than immediacy. Remember that 即将 carries a stronger sense of urgency.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 即将 connects with other temporal expressions like 未来 (wèi lái - future) or 最近 (zuì jìn - recently). Focus on using it in sentences that describe plans or events that are just about to happen.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of anticipation is important, especially during festivals or events like the Spring Festival, where families eagerly await reunions. 即将 captures this sense of looking forward to significant moments.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 即将 with 将来 (jiāng lái - future), using it in contexts that lack the urgency it conveys. For example, saying '我即将去北京下个月' (wǒ jí jiāng qù Běijīng xià ge yuè) is incorrect; it should be '我即将在下个月去北京' (wǒ jí jiāng zài xià ge yuè qù Běijīng).
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Grammar Patterns of 即将
即将 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.
The economy needs an immediate 2 per cent cut in interest rates.
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白宫的一位高级官员说即将达成协议。
bái gōng de yī wèi gāo jí guān yuán shuō jí jiāng dá chéng xié yì。
A senior White House official said the agreement is close.
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他说这就像一座即将喷发的火山。
tā shuō zhè jiù xiàng yī zuò jí jiāng pēn fā de huǒ shān。
He says it's like a volcano ready to erupt.
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这可能会在即将开启的谈判问题上给委员会带来过多的影响。
zhè kě néng huì zài jí jiāng kāi qǐ de tán pàn wèn tí shàng gěi wěi yuán huì dài lái guò duō de yǐng xiǎng。
It might give the Commission undue influence over the coming negotiations.
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她走上前去从即将离职的总统手中接过了就职腰带。
tā zǒu shàng qián qù cóng jí jiāng lí zhí de zǒng tǒng shǒu zhōng jiē guò le jiù zhí yāo dài。
She arrived to receive the sash of office from the outgoing president.
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总统即将结束对索马里的访问。
zǒng tǒng jí jiāng jié shù duì suǒ mǎ lǐ de fǎng wèn。
The President is about to wind up his visit to Somalia.
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对哈夫纳机器的修理即将结束。
duì hā fū nà jī qì de xiū lǐ jí jiāng jié shù。
The repairs to the Hafner machine were near to completion.
Cultural Notes for 即将
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of anticipation is important, especially during festivals or events like the Spring Festival, where families eagerly await reunions. 即将 captures this sense of looking forward to significant moments.
Frequently Asked Questions about 即将
You can say, '我们即将出发' (wǒmen jí jiāng chūfā), meaning 'We are about to depart.'
No, while it relates to future events, it emphasizes immediacy, unlike 将要 (jiāng yào), which focuses more on intention.
No, 即将 specifically refers to future actions, so it cannot be used for past events.
