Sobald Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Sobald" is mainly used as conjunction meaning "as soon as", "once" or "directly after". It is also used as adverb.

Essential properties of "sobald"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Conjunction

subordinating

Meanings of "sobald" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Indicates an action immediately following another"

"Sobald", when used with this meaning, acts as conjunction.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sobald ich nach Hause komme, rufe ich dich an.As soon as I get home, I'll call you.
  2. Sobald es aufhört zu regnen, gehen wir spazieren.As soon as it stops raining, we'll go for a walk.
  3. Sobald der Film zu Ende ist, gehen wir ins Bett.As soon as the film is over, we'll go to bed.

2.) "Expresses promptness or urgency"

"Sobald", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich komme sobald wie möglich.I'll come as soon as possible.
  2. Bitte melden Sie sich sobald bei mir.Please contact me as soon as possible.
  3. Er wird sobald antworten.He will answer promptly.
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