及时 jíshí timely
timely; in time; promptly; without delay
How to remember 及时: 及 reach + 时 time = timely.
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How it is used
- Timely / in time / promptly - 及时处理 (jíshí chǔlǐ) handle it in time; 及时雨 (jíshí yǔ) timely rain (fig. help that comes just when needed).
- Both adjective and adverb; stresses acting at the right moment, without delay.
- Contrast 按时 (ànshí) 'on schedule/on time (as appointed)'; 及时 is 'in the nick of time', promptly enough to matter.
Example sentences
- 我及时赶到了车站。 Wǒ jíshí gǎndàole chēzhàn.I made it to the station in time.
- 我估计我无法及时赶到。 Wǒ gūjì wǒ wúfǎ jíshí gǎndào.I don't think I'll be able to get there on time.