Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

as soon as

conjunction
/əz suːn æz/
Definition
At the moment when something happens; immediately after.
Examples
  • As soon as I finish my homework, I’ll go out to play.
  • She called me as soon as she arrived at the airport.
  • We will leave as soon as the rain stops.
Meaning
This phrase indicates that one action will take place right after another, often used to express urgency or promptness.
Synonyms
  • immediately
  • once
  • promptly