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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
即可jíkěequivalent to 就可以HSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #14722, Very Hard
即可jíkěcan then (do sth)HSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #14722, Very Hard
即可jíkěcan immediately (do sth)HSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #14722, Very Hard
即可jíkě(do sth) and that will sufficeHSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #14722, Very Hard
jíkě(ji2ke3)ji ke T2
  1. 1equivalent to 就可以
  2. 2can then (do sth)
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March 24, 2026

即可jíkě(ji2ke3)

即可 is an expression that conveys the meaning of 'can then' or 'can immediately' when performing an action. It is often used to indicate that once a certain condition is met, the desired action can be taken without delay. This phrase is common in both spoken and written Chinese, especially in instructional or conversational contexts.

Strokes12Frequency#14722DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, efficiency and directness in communication are valued, making 即可 a practical phrase in both daily life and business contexts. It reflects the preference for straightforward solutions and actions.

Memory tip

Think of 即可 as 'just can'. Imagine someone saying, 'Just do this, and you can have it!' The character 即 (jí) looks like a person stepping forward, emphasizing immediacy, while 可 (kě) indicates possibility. Together, they suggest that something can be done right away.

Meanings of 即可

jíkě(ji2ke3)
1equivalent to 就可以
2can then (do sth)
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即可Simplified
12Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Usage Notes

即可 is often used in informal settings, but can also appear in more formal instructions. Common collocations include '做即可' (just do it) or '这样即可' (this way is sufficient). Learners should be careful with the tone of '可' as it can change the nuance if mispronounced.

HSK Study Tips

While 即可 may not be explicitly listed in HSK levels, its components are relevant for HSK 2-3 learners. Focus on recognizing the individual characters, as they frequently combine with others in phrases. Understanding this phrase can enhance comprehension of conditional statements.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 即可 with just 可, which lacks the immediacy of 'then'. For example, saying '做可' instead of '做即可' loses the implication of immediacy. Always use both characters together to convey the full meaning.

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Component characters

即jínamely
HSK 77 strokes卩
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可kěcan
HSK 35 strokes口
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How to say equivalent to 就可以 in Chinese

“equivalent to 就可以” in Chinese is即可jíkě

即可 is an expression that conveys the meaning of 'can then' or 'can immediately' when performing an action. It is often used to indicate that once a certain condition is met, the desired action can be taken without delay. This phrase is common in both spoken and written Chinese, especially in instructional or conversational contexts.

When to use 即可

即可 is often used in informal settings, but can also appear in more formal instructions. Common collocations include '做即可' (just do it) or '这样即可' (this way is sufficient). Learners should be careful with the tone of '可' as it can change the nuance if mispronounced.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 即可 with just 可, which lacks the immediacy of 'then'. For example, saying '做可' instead of '做即可' loses the implication of immediacy. Always use both characters together to convey the full meaning.

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It means 'can then' or 'can immediately', indicating that once a condition is met, the action can be performed.

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