How to Say ‘Right away’ in Japanese
すぐ
sugu
[soo-goo]
💬 Usage Tip: Means “immediately.” Common in urgent advice: [すぐ来てください] (please come right away), [すぐ連絡してください].
🇯🇵 In Japan: If medical staff say [すぐ], they usually mean “today/now,” not “sometime soon.” It signals priority in Japanese clinic communication.
Phrase Breakdown
すぐ
sugu
[soo-goo]
right away; immediately; soon
Adverb meaning “immediately.” Used in medical guidance for urgent symptoms or when to contact the clinic.
息苦しさがあれば、すぐ連絡してください。
If you have shortness of breath, please contact us immediately.
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