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Then

ðɛn
Extremely common
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Kemudian, Saat itu, Lalu, Waktu itu, Kalau begitu

Then meanings in Indonesian

Kemudian

Example:
We went to the store, and then we had dinner.
Kami pergi ke toko, dan kemudian kami makan malam.
Finish your homework, then you can play.
Selesaikan pekerjaan rumahmu, kemudian kamu bisa bermain.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to indicate a sequence of events.
Note: Commonly used to connect actions in time, indicating that one action follows another.

Saat itu

Example:
I was very busy then, so I couldn't help you.
Saya sangat sibuk saat itu, jadi saya tidak bisa membantumu.
Back then, things were different.
Saat itu, keadaan berbeda.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Referring to a specific time in the past.
Note: Often used when discussing memories or past events.

Lalu

Example:
First, we went to the park, and then we visited a museum.
Pertama, kami pergi ke taman, lalu kami mengunjungi museum.
He finished his work, then he left the office.
Dia menyelesaikan pekerjaannya, lalu dia meninggalkan kantor.
Usage: InformalContext: To indicate a subsequent action or event.
Note: Similar to 'kemudian', often used in storytelling or casual conversation.

Waktu itu

Example:
I didn't understand it at that time.
Saya tidak memahaminya waktu itu.
At that time, I was studying abroad.
Waktu itu, saya sedang belajar di luar negeri.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: To refer to a specific moment in time.
Note: Useful in discussions or narratives about past experiences.

Kalau begitu

Example:
If you want to go, then let's leave now.
Kalau begitu, mari kita pergi sekarang.
If that’s the case, then I agree.
Kalau begitu, saya setuju.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to indicate a conclusion based on previous statements.
Note: Helps to clarify decisions or agreements in conversation.

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.
Saya akan pergi ke toko, lalu saya akan bertemu teman saya.
I finished my homework, then I watched TV.
Saya sudah menyelesaikan pekerjaan rumah saya, lalu saya menonton TV.
She studied for her exam all night, then she took a break.
Dia belajar untuk ujian sepanjang malam, lalu dia istirahat.
He cooked dinner for his family, then they all sat down to eat.
Dia memasak makan malam untuk keluarganya, lalu mereka semua duduk untuk makan.

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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