adverb
immediately; at once; right away
Used for actions that should happen without any delay; often in formal or urgent contexts.
問題が見つかったら直ちに報告してください。
If you find a problem, please report it immediately.
地
If an earthquake occurs, hide under a desk right away.
adverb
Indicates that one thing leads directly or inevitably to another; often used in explanations of cause and effect.
その行為は直ちに犯罪にはならない。
That act does not directly constitute a crime.
値上げは直ちに消費者の負担増につながる。
The price increase directly leads to a greater burden on consumers.