Translation of Japanese word "すぐ" to English
すぐ
すぐ
[sugu]
IPA: /ɕiɡu/
Meaning
VerbIn an immediate manner; instantly or without delay.
How to use
すぐ (sugu) — 'immediately / right away / soon / close by'. すぐに行く — go right away. すぐ近く — very close by.
🇬🇧 English
immediately / soon
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: すぐ
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): すぐ
Romaji Transcription: sugu
Example Sentences
すぐに来ます
すぐにきます
I will come soon.
すぐに食べます
すぐにたべます
I will eat soon.
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The Japanese word "すぐ" means "immediately / soon" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Expresses time or place.".
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