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English - German
Then
ðɛn
Extremely common
0 - 100
0 - 100
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
dann, damals, alsdann
Then meanings in German
dann
Example:
I will finish my work, then we can go for a walk.
Ich werde meine Arbeit beenden, dann können wir spazieren gehen.
First we need to prepare the ingredients, then we can start cooking.
Zuerst müssen wir die Zutaten vorbereiten, dann können wir mit dem Kochen beginnen.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Sequential order of events
Note: Used to indicate a subsequent action or event following another
damals
Example:
Back then, life was different.
Damals war das Leben anders.
I met him back then when I was in college.
Ich habe ihn damals kennengelernt, als ich auf dem College war.
Usage: formalContext: Referring to a specific time in the past
Note: Used to talk about a specific moment or period in the past
alsdann
Example:
He asked for a few minutes to think, and asdann, he gave his response.
Er bat um ein paar Minuten zum Nachdenken, und alsdann gab er seine Antwort.
The committee will review the proposal, and asdann, make a decision.
Das Gremium wird den Vorschlag prüfen und alsdann eine Entscheidung treffen.
Usage: formalContext: Denoting a subsequent action or consequence
Note: More formal and less commonly used form of 'then'
Then's synonyms
Next
Next refers to the following event or action in a sequence.
Example: I finished my homework, and next, I will start studying for the test.
Note: Next is more specific in indicating the immediate following action compared to the broader sense of 'then.'
Afterward
Afterward means at a later time or following a particular event.
Example: We went to the park, and afterward, we had ice cream.
Note: Afterward is more focused on the sequential order of events and often implies a temporal relationship.
Subsequently
Subsequently means happening or coming after something else.
Example: She completed her project, and subsequently, she received praise from her supervisor.
Note: Subsequently is more formal and emphasizes the chronological order of events.
Later
Later indicates a point in time following the current one.
Example: First, we went shopping, and later, we watched a movie.
Note: Later is more time-oriented and can refer to a specific time in the future.
Then expressions, common phrases
And then
Used to indicate the sequential order of events.
Example: I finished my homework, and then I went to bed.
Note: Adds emphasis to the sequence of events.
If/Then
Expresses a conditional relationship between two events.
Example: If it rains, then we will stay indoors.
Note: Forms a logical connection between conditions and outcomes.
Every now and then
Refers to occasional or infrequent events.
Example: Every now and then, I like to treat myself to a spa day.
Note: Emphasizes irregularity or unpredictability.
Back then
Refers to a specific time in the past.
Example: Back then, we used to play in the park every day.
Note: Specifies a past time period or era.
And then some
Indicates an additional amount beyond what is stated.
Example: She's not just smart, she's a genius, and then some.
Note: Emphasizes abundance or excess.
Then everyday (slang) expressions
And then what
Used to question what occurred next in a sequence of events.
Example: I told her the story, and then what happened?
Note: Slang term focuses on the curiosity about subsequent events.
And then there's that
Acknowledges an issue or obstacle in addition to something previously mentioned.
Example: He said he would help, but then there's that commitment he made.
Note: The slang term points out an additional complication or consideration.
Then - Examples
I am going to the store, then I will meet my friend.
Ich gehe zum Laden, dann treffe ich meinen Freund.
I finished my homework, then I watched TV.
Ich habe meine Hausaufgaben beendet, dann habe ich fernsehen geschaut.
She studied for her exam all night, then she took a break.
Sie hat die ganze Nacht für ihre Prüfung gelernt, dann hat sie eine Pause gemacht.
He cooked dinner for his family, then they all sat down to eat.
Er hat das Abendessen für seine Familie gekocht, dann haben sie alle zusammen gegessen.
Then grammar
Then - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: then
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): then
Adverb (Adverb): then
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Then Contains 1 syllables: then
Phonetic transcription: ˈt͟hen
then , ˈt͟hen (The red syllable is stressed)
Then - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
Then: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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