Definition
限期 is an adverb meaning 'within a set time' or 'by a deadline'. It is placed before a verb to indicate that the action must be completed by a specified time. Note that 限期 can also be used as a noun (时间限制 'time limit'), but this entry focuses on the adverb usage.
adverb
within a specified timeby the deadline
Examples
- 限期。Nǐ bìxū xiàn qī wánchéng zuòyè.You must finish the homework by the deadline.
- 限期，。Zhège xiàngmù xiàn qī jiāofù, bùnéng tuōyán.This project must be delivered within the time limit; no delays.
- 限期。Qǐng xiàn qī huífù zhè fēng xìn.Please reply to this letter within the set time.
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