すぐさま
Usually written in kana. Kanji spelling 直ぐさま
immediately; promptly
Common word
Meanings
Adverb
immediately; promptly
Example sentences
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I readily grasped at his proposal.
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Children are quick to gain orientation to new circumstances.
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John jumped to his feet the moment the bell rang.
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He wrote a prompt answer to my letter.
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The receptionist said to come right in.
More examples (6)
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I lost no time in visiting my aunt in the hospital yesterday.
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The mother was shocked and was at once all sympathy.
あれこれ苛々している主婦は、電話が鳴るとすぐさま受話器を取った。
The worried housewife heard the telephone ring and quickly picked up the receiver.
知り合いの修理屋さんに電話して壊れた洗濯機をすぐさま直してもらうわ。
I'll call a repairman I know who'll be at your house to fix the washing machine promptly.
いつもお世話になっていますから、一旦緩急あれば、すぐさま馳せ参じます。
You're always there for me, so if you're ever in dire straits, just let me know and I'll come running.
その学生は科学を専攻していたから頭の回転がものすごく速くて、すぐ様何かひらめいてこう言ったわ。
Being a science student, one naturally thinks quickly, so the student snapped up and replied.