VocabJLPT N2
in one go
Adverb

Definitions

  1. 1. in one go
  2. 2. in one gulp
  3. 3. suddenly
This adverb means "all at once," "in one go," or "without stopping," describing an action done continuously from start to finish without pause. It conveys a sense of speed, momentum, or intense focus in completing something. For example, you might use it to say you read an entire book in one sitting.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I downed my morning coffee in one go and ran to the station.

Sentence 2

Those few words sucked all the air out of the room.

Sentence 3

The moment I admitted my mistake, a huge weight lifted off my shoulders.

Sentence 4

I had such high hopes, and then it all fell apart in an instant…!

Sentence 5

Hey, are you sure it's okay to down this all at once?