Definition
一经 (yī jīng) is a formal, written adverb meaning 'once (an action has been completed)'. It is used in official or legal contexts (regulations, contracts) and is often followed by 就 in the main clause. Unlike the more general 一...就... pattern, 一经 is more formal and emphasizes the completion of an action as a condition.
adverb
once (an action has been completed)as soon as
Easily confused
- 已经yǐ jīngsound-alikealready
Examples
- 一经，。Zhè xiàng guīdìng yī jīng gōngbù, jiù lìkè shēngxiào.Once this regulation is announced, it takes effect immediately.
- 一经，。Bàomíng yī jīng jiézhǐ, jiù bú zài jiēshòu shēnqǐng.Once registration closes, no more applications will be accepted.
- 一经，。Hétong yī jīng qiānshǔ, shuāngfāng bìxū yángé lǚxíng.Once the contract is signed, both parties must strictly fulfill it.
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