Usage of 尽早
The adverb 尽早 means "as early as possible" or "at the earliest opportunity." It is commonly used to emphasize the urgency or importance of completing an action promptly.
Common contexts
尽早 is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts such as work, medical advice, or planning to stress that something should be done without delay.
Collocations and patterns
- 尽早完成 (finish as soon as possible): used to urge timely completion.
- 尽早接受治疗 (receive treatment early): common in medical contexts.
- 尽早出发 (depart early): used to avoid problems like traffic.
Nuance and register
Using 尽早 conveys a polite but firm suggestion or recommendation. It is more formal than simply saying 早点 (earlier) and implies a sense of responsibility or necessity.
Common confusion
尽早 should not be confused with 早 (early) alone, which is more neutral. 尽早 adds a nuance of "as soon as possible," highlighting urgency.