立即

Pattern visualization

Examples

1. 接到通知后,他立即出发了。▶ —
   Upon receiving the notice, he set off immediately.
2. 请立即停止这种危险行为。▶ —
   Please stop this dangerous behavior at once.

Collocations

Mnemonic

立 lì "to stand" + 即 jí "at once": the moment one stands, i.e. "immediately, at once". Marks acting with no delay. A bit more formal than the colloquial 马上. Same as 立刻.

Related

Quick check

1. What is the meaning and register of 立即?

   • immediately, at once (somewhat formal)
   • slowly, gradually
   • occasionally
   • perhaps