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就

jiù

right

/tɕjoʊ̯˥˩/adverb

Meanings

  • adverb · A1

    Used to emphasize that a location, identity, or fact is precise, meaning 'right' or 'exactly'.

    我家就在学校旁边。

  • adverb · A2

    Used to indicate that an action happens early, quickly, or sooner than expected.

    他早上五点就起床了。

  • adverb · A2

    Used to indicate a natural result or immediate next step, meaning 'then'.

    你到了就给我打电话。

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