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Expressing 'on time' with 按时 (ànshí)
Sequence & Order
Time Expressions
Structure
Subject + 按时 + Verb
Explanation
The adverb 按时 (ànshí) means "on time" or "on schedule" and indicates that something happens at the expected or appointed time. It is placed before the verb to modify the action. Use 按时 to emphasize punctuality or adherence to a deadline.
Examples
请大家按时提交作业，不要拖延。
Qǐng dàjiā ànshí tíjiāo zuòyè, búyào tuōyán.
Please submit your assignments on time and don't procrastinate.
他每天都按时上下班，从不迟到。
Tā měi tiān dōu ànshí shàng xiàbān, cóng bù chídào.
He goes to and from work on time every day and is never late.
飞机按时起飞了，没有延误。
Fēijī ànshí qǐfēi le, méiyǒu yánwù.
The plane took off on time without any delay.