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Hi I’m Georgina from BBC Learning English.
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Do you ever wonder about the difference between
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Soon, Early and Quickly? They all have similar
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meanings but are used in different ways.
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Soon is used when we talk about something
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happening in a short time from now!
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I’ll see you soon! In about five minutes.
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The film is starting soon – hurry up or
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we’ll miss the start!
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Early is used when we talk about something
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happening before the expected time.
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I had to go to work early because I had a meeting.
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If you get up early, you can go for a run.
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Quickly is used when we talk about something
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happening rapidly or at a fast pace.
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We’re late. We need to walk quickly!
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I’m so excited! He replied to my text very quickly.
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That reminds me - I have a meeting starting soon!
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I’ve got to go!
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Bye
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