zik1 hak1即刻
Jyutpingzik1 hak1
Yalejīk hāk
Definition
Immediately; at once; right now.
Example
Come immediately.
colloquialdaily actionstime
How it's used
Carries a sense of urgency and directness that makes it feel more forceful than the standard 立即. It is frequently used in commands or when describing a reaction that happened without any hesitation. Using it adds a layer of impatience or strictness to a request.
Examples
Go home with me right now!
He agreed to help immediately.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it in formal written reports or academic essays, as it is strictly a colloquial adverb. In formal contexts, use 立即 instead to maintain a professional tone.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
