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いちはやく (ichihayaku)
いちはやく

immediately, quickly, promptly; at the earliest stage

💡 Nuance & Usage: Emphasizes speed and being among the first to react or act. Implies seizing an opportunity or recognizing something early.

📝 Example Sentences

彼は危険をいちはやく察知し、皆に知らせた。
He immediately sensed the danger and informed everyone.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "いちはやく"!

災害のニュースを_______伝えたのは、あの新聞社だ。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「いちはやく」は「他のものより早く、真っ先に」という意味です。
English: 'Ichihayaku' means 'immediately' or 'at the earliest possible moment'.
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