Definition

In a short amount of time; not long from now.

Example

I will call you soon.

Conversation

Are you free to hang out soon?

Yeah, I should be available this weekend.

Great! I’ve been wanting to catch up for a while.

Me too! Let’s plan something fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'soon' originates from Old English 'sona', meaning immediately or at once. It conveys the idea of something happening in a short time frame.

Memory Tip

Think of 'soon' as meaning something that happens 'immediately' — it helps you remember that soon refers to a short time away.

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