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Soon

sun
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

snart, snart, inom kort

Soon meanings in Swedish

snart

Example:
I will call you soon.
Jag ringer dig snart.
The train will arrive soon.
Tåget kommer snart.
Usage: informalContext: Used to indicate that something will happen in a short period of time.
Note: Commonly used in everyday conversation to reassure someone that they don’t have to wait long.

snart

Example:
We should leave soon to avoid traffic.
Vi borde åka snart för att undvika trafik.
Dinner will be ready soon.
Middagen kommer vara klar snart.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both casual and formal contexts to refer to a near future event.
Note: Often used when planning or scheduling activities.

inom kort

Example:
You will receive a response soon.
Du kommer att få ett svar inom kort.
The results will be available soon.
Resultaten kommer att vara tillgängliga inom kort.
Usage: formalContext: Commonly used in written communication, such as emails or announcements.
Note: This phrase is slightly more formal and is often used in professional settings.

Soon's synonyms

in a little while

In a little while means in a short period of time or soon. It implies a brief waiting period before something happens.
Example: Dinner will be ready in a little while, so please be patient.
Note: In a little while is a more casual and conversational way of expressing 'soon' and can suggest a relaxed or informal tone.

Soon expressions, common phrases

In the near future

This phrase implies that something will happen soon, but does not specify an exact time frame.
Example: We will discuss this matter further in the near future.
Note: It gives a more general sense of time compared to 'soon.'

Any minute now

This phrase suggests that something is expected to happen very soon, possibly within the next few moments.
Example: The bus should arrive any minute now.
Note: It emphasizes immediacy and implies a shorter timeframe than 'soon.'

Before long

This phrase means something will happen relatively soon, without specifying an exact time frame.
Example: Before long, you will realize the importance of this decision.
Note: It implies a sense of anticipation or inevitability compared to 'soon.'

Shortly

This phrase indicates that something will happen soon, usually within a brief period of time.
Example: We will be departing shortly.
Note: It is more formal and precise than 'soon.'

In a bit

This phrase means in a short while or soon, without specifying an exact time frame.
Example: I'll join you for lunch in a bit.
Note: It is more casual and informal than 'soon.'

In the not-too-distant future

This phrase suggests that something will happen soon, but not immediately.
Example: We hope to see significant progress in the not-too-distant future.
Note: It conveys a sense of optimism about the timeframe compared to 'soon.'

At any moment

This phrase implies that something is expected to happen very soon, possibly imminently.
Example: The storm could strike at any moment.
Note: It emphasizes unpredictability and immediacy compared to 'soon.'

Soon everyday (slang) expressions

Any moment now

Similar to 'soon', but implies a more imminent timeframe.
Example: She'll be here any moment now, so get ready.
Note: Emphasizes the idea of immediacy rather than just nearness.

In a jiffy

Informal way to say 'soon' or 'shortly', indicating a quick action or short period of time.
Example: I'll be back in a jiffy, just need to grab my wallet.
Note: Focuses on the speed or brevity of the action.

Before you know it

Expresses that something will happen sooner than expected or anticipated.
Example: The weekend will be here before you know it.
Note: Conveys the idea of time passing quickly and events happening unexpectedly sooner.

In a flash

Indicates that something will happen quickly or that something happened suddenly.
Example: The car disappeared in a flash around the corner.
Note: Emphasizes the sudden or swift nature of the action.

In the blink of an eye

Emphasizes an extremely quick or sudden action or change.
Example: The food was gone in the blink of an eye, everyone loved it.
Note: Highlights the speed of the action in a dramatic or surprising way.

In no time

Means something will happen very quickly or sooner than expected.
Example: I'll have that report done in no time, don't worry.
Note: Stresses the speed at which the action will occur without delay or hesitation.

Soon - Examples

Soon, the sun will set and it will be dark outside.
Snart kommer solen att gå ner och det kommer att bli mörkt ute.
I will be back soon.
Jag kommer tillbaka snart.
We will have to leave soon if we want to catch the train.
Vi måste ge oss av snart om vi vill hinna med tåget.

Soon grammar

Soon - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: soon
Conjugations
Adverb, comparative (Adverb, comparative): sooner
Adverb, superlative (Adverb, superlative): soonest
Adverb (Adverb): soon
Syllables, Separation and Stress
soon Contains 1 syllables: soon
Phonetic transcription: ˈsün
soon , ˈsün (The red syllable is stressed)

Soon - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
soon: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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