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JLPT N17画 · 7 strokesradical 卩freq #1167

instant, namely, as is, conform

Also: agree, adapt

On'yomi (音読み)

  • ソク

Kun'yomi (訓読み)

  • つ.く
  • つ.ける
  • すなわ.ち

Mnemonic

The instant I spotted the seal (卩), I immediately knew it belonged here.

About this kanji

The kanji 即 primarily means "instant" or "right away." It is often used as a noun in compound words, such as 即時 (そくじ), which means "prompt" or "immediate," and 即日 (そくじつ), meaning "the same day." Another common usage is in 即ち (すなわち), which translates to "that is to say." This kanji can express concepts that involve agreement or directness, making it quite handy in conversation and writing. When using it, remember that it conveys a sense of immediacy or a straightforward transition.

Example sentences

  • 即座に問題を解決した。

    I solved the problem immediately.

Meanings across languages

English
instant, namely, as is, conform, agree, adapt
Tiếng Việt
ngay lập tức
日本語
即座
한국어
즉시
中文
即刻
id
segera
th
ทันที
es
instantáneo
fr
instantané
de
sofort
pt
instantâneo

Common compounds

  • 即時そくじprompt, immediate, in real time
  • 即日そくじつ(on) the same day
  • 即ちすなわちthat is (to say), namely, i.e.
  • 即位そくいaccession to the throne, enthronement
  • 即興そっきょうimprovisation, improvised, impromptu
  • 即効そっこうimmediate effect, instant effect
  • 即刻そっこくimmediately, at once, instantly
  • 即座そくざimmediate, right there on the spot, impromptu

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