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随即
suíjí
immediately
HSK 7, d, 18 strokes, rank #21220, Very Hard
随即
suíjí
presently
HSK 7, d, 18 strokes, rank #21220, Very Hard
随即
suíjí
following which
HSK 7, d, 18 strokes, rank #21220, Very Hard
suíjí(sui2ji2)sui ji T2
1immediately
2presently
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March 24, 2026
随即(隨即)suíjí(sui2ji2)
随即 is an adverb meaning 'immediately' or 'right after.' It is often used to indicate that one action follows another without delay, making it common in both spoken and written contexts, particularly in formal situations.
Strokes18Frequency#21220DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the concept of immediacy can reflect efficiency and promptness, which are highly valued in both business and personal interactions. Using 随即 correctly can show respect for time.
Memory tip
Think of 随 (sui) as 'following' and 即 (ji) as 'instant.' Imagine a quick runner who follows a signal and takes off immediately, illustrating the idea of something happening right after another event.
Meanings of 随即
suíjí(sui2ji2)
1immediately
2presently
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About 随即
随即Simplified
隨即Traditional
18Strokes
—Radical
副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
#21220Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
即刻 (jí kè) vs 随即 (suí jí): use 随即 when emphasizing the sequence of actions following one another; use 即刻 when focusing on the immediacy of the action itself.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 随即 with similar terms like 立刻 (lìkè) which also means 'immediately.' It is more formal and often used in written contexts. Be mindful of using it in the right tone, as it may sound too formal in casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 随即 connects with other advanced adverbs and conjunctions indicating time or sequence. Students should focus on understanding its usage in complex sentences to enhance their fluency.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly use 随即 in informal contexts where something simpler like 马上 (mǎshàng) would be more appropriate. For instance, saying '我随即去商店' (I immediately go to the store) sounds overly formal; '我马上去商店' is more natural.
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随即 is an adverb meaning 'immediately' or 'right after.' It is often used to indicate that one action follows another without delay, making it common in both spoken and written contexts, particularly in formal situations.
When to use 随即
Learners often confuse 随即 with similar terms like 立刻 (lìkè) which also means 'immediately.' It is more formal and often used in written contexts. Be mindful of using it in the right tone, as it may sound too formal in casual conversation.
随即 or something close to it
即刻 (jí kè) vs 随即 (suí jí): use 随即 when emphasizing the sequence of actions following one another; use 即刻 when focusing on the immediacy of the action itself.
What learners get wrong
Learners might mistakenly use 随即 in informal contexts where something simpler like 马上 (mǎshàng) would be more appropriate. For instance, saying '我随即去商店' (I immediately go to the store) sounds overly formal; '我马上去商店' is more natural.
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Grammar patterns of 随即
随即 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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红人队选择了弃踢，达拉斯队____跑出79码从而锁定胜局。
The Redskins punted. Dallas then marched 79 yards to seal the victory.
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红人队选择了弃踢，达拉斯队随即跑出79码从而锁定胜局。
hóng rén duì xuǎnzé le qì tī， dá lā Sī duì suíjí pǎo chū79 mǎ cóng’ér suǒdìng shèng jú。
The Redskins punted. Dallas then marched 79 yards to seal the victory.
2
她的眼皮随即动了一下，然后睁开了眼睛。
tā de yǎn pí suíjí dòng le yíxià， ránhòu zhēng kāi le yǎnjing。
In a moment her eyelids flickered, then opened.
3
他抱怨她喝得太慢，随即又把她的杯子续满。
tā bàoyuàn tā hē de tài màn， suíjí yòu bǎ tā de bēizi xù mǎn。
He topped her glass up after complaining she was a slow drinker.
4
“ 不行, ” 姓吴的忧愁地说;但随即咽住了,捻着唇边仅有的几根二三分长的髭须.
“ bùxíng, ” xìng wú de yōuchóu dì shuō; dàn suíjí yàn zhù le, niǎn zhe chún biān jǐn yǒude jǐ gēn èr sān fēn cháng de zī xū.
" Bad,'said Wu looking worried and toying with his moustache.
