Definition
即将 (jí jiāng) is a formal, written adverb meaning 'soon, be about to' — it is used in announcements and formal descriptions of imminent events. It is more formal than 将要 (jiāng yào) and is not used for personal intentions like 准备 (zhǔn bèi 'to prepare, intend').
adverb
to be about toto be on the verge ofsoon
Examples
- 即将，。Xīnnián jí jiāng dàolái, dàjiā dōu hěn kāixīn.The New Year is about to arrive; everyone is very happy.
- 即将，。Kǎoshì jí jiāng kāishǐ, qǐng bǎ shǒujī shōu qǐlái.The exam is about to start; please put away your phones.
- 即将，。Fēijī jí jiāng qǐfēi, qǐng jì hǎo ānquándài.The plane is about to take off; please fasten your seatbelt.
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