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JLPT N5 Neutral

mou sugu~

Express an action or event happening soon: 'soon', 'in a short while', 'almost'.

"Soon/almost time for" - specifically about time, not degree.

Formation

Explanation

The もうすぐ grammar point is used to express that an action or event is going to happen soon or is almost happening. It can be translated as 'soon', 'in a short while', or 'almost' in English. もうすぐ is usually followed by a verb or a noun indicating an event.

Example sentences

  • Spring is coming soon.

    Mou sugu haru ga kimasu.

  • Her birthday is coming up soon.

    Mou sugu kanojo no tanjoubi desu.

  • The exam will be over soon.

    Mou sugu shiken ga owaru.

  • The rain will likely stop soon.

    Mou sugu ame ga yamu deshou.

Almost (Nearly)