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The word "及时" is formed by combining the character "及", which means "to reach" or "attain", with the character "时", which means "time". This combination directly yields the meaning of reaching the right time, hence expressing "timely" or "in time".

Example Sentences Hide

他及时赶到学校。

tā jíshí gǎndào xuéxiào.

He arrived at school in time.

医生及时抢救了病人。

yīshēng jíshí qiǎngjiù le bìngrén.

The doctor rescued the patient in time.

由于及时采取了措施，事故避免了。

yóuyú jíshí cǎiqǔ le cuòshī, shìgù bìmiǎn le.

Because measures were taken in time, the accident was avoided.

公司及时调整了市场策略，从而提升了销售额。

gōngsī jíshí tiáozhěng le shìchǎng cèlüè, cóng'ér tíshēng le xiāoshòu'é.

The company adjusted its market strategy in time, thereby increasing sales.

倘若未能及时提交报告，可能会影响项目进度。

tǎngruò wèi néng jíshí tíjiāo bàogào, kěnéng huì yǐngxiǎng xiàngmù jìndù.

If the report is not submitted in time, it might affect the project progress.

Word Definition - 及时

jí shí timely; at the right time; promptly; without delay

Individual Character Details

及 jí
时 shí, shí, shí