Meaning and Usage
The adverb '곧바로' means 'immediately' or 'straight away'. It is used to express that an action happens without delay, often right after something else occurs.
Common Contexts
You will often hear '곧바로' in everyday conversations when someone wants to emphasize promptness or immediacy, such as responding to a question, leaving a place, or taking action after an event.
Collocations and Patterns
- 곧바로 연락하다: to contact immediately
- 곧바로 가다: to go straight away
- 곧바로 대답하다: to answer immediately
These collocations highlight quick responses or actions without hesitation.
Register and Politeness
'곧바로' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It fits well in polite requests or instructions.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '곧바로' with '바로'. While both mean 'immediately', '곧바로' often stresses the immediacy following a specific event, whereas '바로' can also mean 'right' or 'exactly' in other contexts. Pay attention to the nuance and context to choose the correct adverb.