Soon

Definition

The term "soon" refers to a short time after the present moment or a particular point in time.

Parts of Speech

• Adverb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /suːn/
• Respelling: SOON

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /suːn/
• Respelling: SOON

Etymology

The word "soon" originates from Old English "sōna," meaning "immediately" or "at once." It is related to Old High German "sana," meaning "immediately," and is derived from the Proto-Germanic root "sēna."

Derivatives

• Sooner (adverb)
• Soonish (informal adverb)
• As soon as (phrase)
• Sooner or later (phrase)
• Soonishness (noun, informal)

Synonyms

• Shortly
• Presently
• Quickly

Antonyms

• Later
• Eventually
• Never

Usage

The term "soon" is commonly used to refer to an event or action that will happen in the near future. For example, "I will call you soon," or "The train will arrive soon."

Related Terms

• Imminent: About to happen very soon.
• Prompt: Done without delay.
• Early: Happening or done before the usual or expected time.

Detailed Definitions

Adverb

• Within a short time from now:
  • Example: "The package should arrive soon."
• In the near future:
  • Example: "We will visit her soon."
• Without undue delay:
  • Example: "Please respond as soon as possible."