趁早

chèn zǎo

HSK 7–9

Meaning

as soon as possible
at the first opportunity
the sooner the better
before it's too late

Definition

抓紧时间，及早行动，以免错过时机。

To act early or promptly, so as not to miss the opportunity.

Usage

常用于劝告或建议，表示希望对方尽快做某事，避免拖延造成不利后果。

Often used in advice or suggestions, indicating the hope that the other party will do something as soon as possible to avoid negative consequences from delay.

Examples

1 这件事你趁早决定，别犹豫了。 (Make a decision on this matter as early as possible, don't hesitate.)
2 趁现在还来得及，赶紧把作业写完。 (While there is still time, finish your homework quickly.)
3 他劝我趁早放弃这个不切实际的想法。 (He advised me to give up this unrealistic idea early.)
4 你要趁早去医院检查，不要拖到病情加重。 (You should go to the hospital for a check-up early, don't wait until the condition worsens.)
5 趁早把行李收拾好，明天一早出发。 (Pack your luggage early, we leave early tomorrow morning.)

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