もうすぐ
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Adverb used to indicate something will happen in the near future, often within minutes or a short time. It combines もう (mou, 'already') and すぐ (sugu, 'soon') to emphasize immediacy.
Theme
User and their friend Mika are waiting at a train station, discussing their plans for the evening as the train is about to arrive.
もうすぐ
もうすぐ
very soon
Core Language Building BlocksAdverbs & Connectors
Memory Hook
Imagine you're waiting for a train, and someone says, 'Moo, soon!' — it sounds like a cow mooing about how soon it'll arrive. 'Moo' → もう (mou, 'already') + すぐ (sugu, 'soon') = もうすぐ (mou sugu, 'very soon').
Cultural Note
In Japan, もうすぐ (mou sugu, 'very soon') is often used in announcements, such as for trains or events, to indicate something will happen shortly. It's a polite and common way to manage expectations without giving an exact time.
Forms
Base: もうすぐAdverb used to indicate something will happen in the near future, often within minutes or a short time. It combines もう (mou, 'already') and すぐ (sugu, 'soon') to emphasize immediacy.