Soon: meaning, definitions and examples
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soon
[ suːn ]
in the near future
Happening or coming quickly, or after a very short time. Without delay; quickly; promptly. In a short time; shortly; presently. Before the usual or appointed time. In a prompt or timely manner.
Synonyms
before long, in a short time, promptly, quickly, shortly.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| soon |
General use to indicate that something will happen in the near future without specifying an exact time.
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| shortly |
Typically used to indicate that something will happen very soon, often in a matter of minutes.
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| before long |
Used to imply that something is expected to happen in the relatively near future, but not immediately. It can often be found in narratives or storytelling.
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| in a short time |
Used when you want to specifically emphasize the brief duration until something occurs.
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| quickly |
Emphasizes the speed with which something is done, often referring to an action happening immediately or very rapidly.
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| promptly |
Indicates that something will be done without delay. It has a formal tone and is often used in professional or serious contexts.
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Examples of usage
- I will call you soon.
- She will arrive soon.
- We will leave soon.
- The movie will start soon.
- The meeting will be over soon.
Translations
Translations of the word "soon" in other languages:
🇵🇹 em breve
🇮🇳 जल्द ही
🇩🇪 bald
🇮🇩 segera
🇺🇦 скоро
🇵🇱 wkrótce
🇯🇵 すぐに
🇫🇷 bientôt
🇪🇸 pronto
🇹🇷 yakında
🇰🇷 곧
🇸🇦 قريبًا
🇨🇿 brzy
🇸🇰 čoskoro
🇨🇳 很快 (hěn kuài)
🇸🇮 kmalu
🇮🇸 bráðum
🇰🇿 жақында
🇬🇪 მალე (male)
🇦🇿 tezliklə
🇲🇽 pronto
Etymology
The word 'soon' originated from the Old English word 'sōna', which means immediately or at once. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to a short period of time in the future. The word has been used in English language for centuries to indicate quickness or immediacy.
See also: sooner.