Definition

Adverb: - Immediately, instantly, at once: This phrase describes an action that happens without any delay or hesitation, emphasizing the instantaneous nature of the response or event. It conveys a sense of urgency and directness.

Usage Examples

• Adverb:
  • Người bị nạn được đưa ngay tức khắc vào bệnh viện. (The victim was taken to the hospital immediately.)
  • Khi nghe tiếng còi báo động, mọi người sơ tán ngay tức khắc. (Upon hearing the alarm siren, everyone evacuated instantly.)
  • Tôi sẽ trả lời email của anh ngay tức khắc. (I will reply to your email at once.)

Advanced Usage

• The phrase "ngay tức khắc" is often used in formal, written contexts, or in urgent spoken commands. It carries a slightly stronger and more emphatic tone than the simpler "ngay lập tức" (immediately), implying a reaction that is almost reflexive and leaves no room for pause.

Variants and Related Words

• Ngay lập tức (adv): Immediately, right away. A very close synonym, though slightly less emphatic.

  • Hãy hành động ngay lập tức! (Act right away!)

• Tức thì (adv): Forthwith, instantly. A more literary synonym.

  • Phản ứng tức thì. (An instant reaction.)

Synonyms

• Immediately: Without any delay.
• Instantly: Happening at that very moment.
• At once: Right now, without waiting.
• Right away: Immediately.

Related Idioms

• Không chần chừ: Without hesitation. This phrase describes the manner of acting "ngay tức khắc."
  • Anh ấy đồng ý giúp đỡ, không chần chừ. (He agreed to help without hesitation.)

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