Translation guide
This English phrase describes doing something very quickly, often with urgency or carelessness. In Japanese, it is usually expressed with adverbs, set phrases, or mimetic words rather than a single direct translation.
To describe acting with great speed, often due to urgency or impatience.
A common and natural adverb meaning 'in a great hurry' or 'very quickly'. Suitable for both spoken and written Japanese.
To emphasize that the haste leads to carelessness or lack of proper consideration.
Adverbial form meaning 'busily' or 'in a hurried manner', often implying a hectic atmosphere.
There is no single Japanese word that directly corresponds to 'in great haste'. Using a literal combination like 大きい急ぎ (ōkī isogi) is unnatural. Instead, use the adverbs and phrases provided above.
He left the house in great haste.
Means 'in a fluster' or 'hurriedly', often implying a sense of panic or disorganization. Very common in everyday speech.
I jumped on the train in great haste.
The te-form of 急ぐ (to hurry), used adverbially. A straightforward and neutral way to say 'in a hurry'.
I made preparations in great haste.
Emphasizes a state of great fluster or panic. Stronger than 慌てて.
I searched for the documents in great haste.
A mimetic adverb describing restless, hurried movements. Often used for someone who is always in a rush.
He is walking around in great haste.
I finished breakfast in great haste.
A formal or business-like expression meaning 'in haste' or 'without delay'. Often used in written communication.
I report to you in great haste.
Means 'immediately' or 'urgently'. Stronger than 急いで, often used in formal contexts.
We need to take measures in great haste.
A literary idiom meaning 'unable to bear it any longer' and acting with desperate haste.
I rushed out of the house in great haste.