곧, 머지않아 일어날 것임을 나타냄.
In a short time; soon.
예문:
"The manager will be with you shortly."
"Shortly after the meeting, he left the office."
"The train is expected to arrive shortly."
긴 내용을 간략하게 줄여서 표현함.
In a few words; briefly.
예문:
"She explained the complex situation shortly."
"To put it shortly, we need more funding."
태도가 퉁명스럽고 무뚝뚝함.
In a curt, abrupt, or unfriendly manner.
예문:
"'I don't know,' he said shortly."
"She answered the phone shortly and hung up."