马上

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Examples

1. 我马上来。▶ —
   I'll come right away.
2. 马上就好。▶ —
   Almost done.

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Mnemonic

马上 mǎshàng "immediately, right away" — 马 (horse) + 上 (on/atop). Etymology: "as fast as on a horse". Vivid metaphor for speed in pre-modern travel.

Quick check

1. Etymology of 马上?

   • "on a horse" → immediately
   • random
   • big horse
   • horse above