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Then

ðɛn
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Τότε, Έπειτα, Αυτή τη στιγμή, Τότε, σε αυτή την περίπτωση, Έτσι, λοιπόν

Then meanings in Greek

Τότε

Example:
We will go to the park, and then we will have ice cream.
Θα πάμε στο πάρκο, και τότε θα φάμε παγωτό.
If you finish your homework, then you can watch TV.
Αν τελειώσεις τα καθήκοντά σου, τότε μπορείς να δεις τηλεόραση.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to indicate a time sequence or condition.
Note: This is the most common meaning of 'then', used to refer to a specific time or event that follows another.

Έπειτα

Example:
She graduated, and then she traveled abroad.
Αυτή αποφοίτησε, έπειτα ταξίδεψε στο εξωτερικό.
We finished our meal, then we went home.
Τελειώσαμε το γεύμα μας, έπειτα πήγαμε σπίτι.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to indicate a sequence of actions in storytelling or conversation.
Note: Similar to 'τότε', it emphasizes the order of events.

Αυτή τη στιγμή

Example:
I will call you then.
Θα σε καλέσω αυτή τη στιγμή.
Let's meet then.
Ας συναντηθούμε αυτή τη στιγμή.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to indicate a specific time in the near future.
Note: This usage is often seen in casual conversations.

Τότε, σε αυτή την περίπτωση

Example:
If you want to join us, then you should hurry.
Αν θέλεις να έρθεις μαζί μας, τότε θα πρέπει να βιαστείς.
If it rains, then we will stay indoors.
Αν βρέξει, τότε θα μείνουμε μέσα.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to introduce a conditional statement.
Note: This meaning is often used in logical reasoning or discussions.

Έτσι, λοιπόν

Example:
He didn't study, and then he failed the exam.
Δεν διάβασε, έτσι, λοιπόν, απέτυχε στην εξέταση.
You missed the bus; then you will be late.
Έχασες το λεωφορείο; Έτσι, λοιπόν, θα αργήσεις.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to summarize a situation or consequence.
Note: This usage often implies a logical conclusion based on the previous statements.

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.
Πηγαίνω στο κατάστημα, μετά θα συναντήσω τον φίλο μου.
I finished my homework, then I watched TV.
Τελείωσα τα μαθήματά μου, μετά κοίταξα τηλεόραση.
She studied for her exam all night, then she took a break.
Διάβασε για την εξέτασή της όλη τη νύχτα, μετά έκανε ένα διάλειμμα.
He cooked dinner for his family, then they all sat down to eat.
Μαγείρεψε δείπνο για την οικογένειά του, μετά κάθισαν όλοι μαζί να φάνε.

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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