急
jí
Description
"急"的意思是很快、要马上做的事，也可以说心里很着急、不能等。
"急" means very fast, something that must be done immediately, or feeling anxious and unable to wait.
比如你要赶时间的时候，就会觉得很急。
For example, when you are in a hurry, you will feel "急".
Meanings
急jí
urgent; pressing; requiring immediate action
这件事很急，请马上做。
This matter is urgent; please do it immediately.
急jí
to be anxious; worried; in a hurry
别急，我们还有时间。
Don't rush; we still have time.
急jí
fast; rapid (of movement or flow)
水流很急，别下去游泳。
The current is strong; don't go swimming.
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Notes
- Nuance
急 covers both external urgency ('urgent') and inner feeling ('anxious'), depending on context.
- Etymology
originally depicting a hurried, pressing state; extended to speed and anxiety.
In videos
“当我要急着去坐公交车”
“今天的morning routine就是一个字，急”
“不急给咱慢慢备”
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