How to say “as early as” with 就 (jiù)
Subj. + Time + 就 (jiù) + Verb + 了 (le)
Expressing earliness with "就 (jiù)"
Subj. + Time + 就 (jiù) + Verb + 了 (le)
HSK 2AdverbsExpressing earliness with "就 (jiù)"
Rule structure
就 (jiù) can indicate that an action occurred earlier than expected or that something happens quickly or easily. It often contrasts with 才 (cái), which expresses lateness.
Rule structure
就 (jiù) can indicate that an action occurred earlier than expected or that something happens quickly or easily. It often contrasts with 才 (cái), which expresses lateness.
Examples
他八点就来了。
Tā bā diǎn jiù lái le.
He came as early as eight o'clock.
Examples
他八点就来了。
Tā bā diǎn jiù lái le.
He came as early as eight o'clock.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “Expressing earliness with "就 (jiù)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: Subj. + Time + 就 (jiù) + Verb + 了 (le). For example: 他八点就来了。 — “He came as early as eight o'clock.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
他八点就来了。 — “He came as early as eight o'clock.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 2.
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