急
anxious; impatient; urgent; help
Meanings
7 senses · 35 examplesadjective
anxious; impatient; eager
Describes a state of nervous eagerness to complete a task or meet someone.
He was in a hurry to catch the train and left without drinking any water.
Everyone was too anxious to sleep these days waiting for exam results.
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The child hasn't come back yet, and the mom is so anxious her eyes are red.
I'm in a hurry to send this document to the client.
Seeing the old man fall, he rushed over to help right away out of urgency.
verb
to make someone anxious; to worry
Used when someone's delay or situation causes others to feel nervous.
The train is about to leave and he hasn't arrived yet, so worrying.
The child has a persistent fever, which really worries his mom.
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The computer broke suddenly, so annoying and worrying, I need it tomorrow.
The package hasn't arrived yet, it's so worrying.
I haven't finished my homework and it's time for bed, that's really worrying.
adjective
irritable; short-tempered
Describes a quick temper or tendency to get angry easily.
He has a short temper and can't stand any delay at all.
He got angry before we even finished three sentences, there's really nothing to do.
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Don't take it personally, he was born with a short temper.
It's so hot today, I'm starting to feel a bit irritable.
People with short tempers easily get angry while waiting in line.
adjective
fast; rapid; sudden
Describes speed, intensity of movement, sound, or speech.
Summer often brings sudden heavy rains that start and end quickly.
The driver made a sudden sharp turn and scared the passengers.
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The river flows very fast, swimming here is dangerous.
Intense gunfire was heard in the distance, and everyone became nervous.
He spoke very quickly, as if he had something very important to say.
adjective
urgent; pressing; critical
Describes situations that require immediate attention.
This is an urgent matter, you must handle it right now.
The company received a batch of urgent express packages that need to be delivered immediately.
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We must stay calm in an emergency.
He came up with a clever idea in an emergency, using an umbrella to break the car window to save people.
Time is tight and the task is urgent, we have to work overtime to finish it.
noun
emergency; urgent matter
Refers to critical events that require immediate action.
The hospital received an emergency call and immediately sent out an ambulance.
He sent an urgent email saying that supplies at the frontline were almost exhausted.
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Afforestation is the top urgent priority at present.
The school has formulated emergency plans to respond to all kinds of urgent, difficult, dangerous and heavy tasks.
When encountering emergencies and difficulties, everyone will lend a helping hand.
verb
to help promptly; to assist in a hurry
formalDescribes proactive willingness to help others in need.
He has always been public-spirited and willing to help others, and is deeply respected by his neighbors.
We should help others in trouble and take the initiative to assist classmates who are in difficulty.
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This entrepreneur is public-spirited and has donated money to build many Hope Primary Schools.
The neighbor helped me in a hurry and took care of my sick child.
Public-spiritedness and willingness to help others is a traditional Chinese virtue.