及早 jízǎo at the earliest possible time
at the earliest possible time; as soon as possible
How to remember 及早: 及 reach + 早 early = at the earliest possible time.
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How it is used
- 'As early as possible / promptly, before it's too late' - 及早治疗 (jízǎo zhìliáo) to seek treatment early, 及早准备 to prepare in good time.
- An adverb urging timely action to head off trouble; carries an advisory tone of 'sooner rather than later'.