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Then

ðɛn
Extremely common
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그때 (geuttae), 그렇다면 (geureotdamyeon), 그 이후에 (geu ihu-e), 그때는 (geuttaeneun), 그렇지 않으면 (geureohji anheumyeon)

Then meanings in Korean

그때 (geuttae)

Example:
I was there then.
나는 그때 거기 있었어.
You should call him then.
그럼 너는 그때 그에게 전화해야 해.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to refer to a specific time in the past.
Note: Often used to indicate a moment in time when something occurred.

그렇다면 (geureotdamyeon)

Example:
If you are ready, then let's go.
준비가 됐다면, 그럼 갑시다.
If that's the case, then we need to act quickly.
그렇다면 우리는 빨리 행동해야 해.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to present a conclusion based on a condition.
Note: Commonly used in conversations to imply a logical connection.

그 이후에 (geu ihu-e)

Example:
We met for coffee, and then we went shopping.
우리는 커피를 마셨고, 그 이후에 쇼핑을 갔어.
First, we finished the project, and then we celebrated.
먼저 프로젝트를 끝냈고, 그 이후에 축하했어.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to describe a sequence of events.
Note: Indicates a chronological order of actions.

그때는 (geuttaeneun)

Example:
Back then, things were different.
그때는 상황이 달랐어.
I didn’t understand it back then.
그때는 그걸 이해하지 못했어.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to reflect on past experiences.
Note: Often used when reminiscing or discussing changes over time.

그렇지 않으면 (geureohji anheumyeon)

Example:
You need to finish your homework, then you can play.
숙제를 끝내야 해, 그렇지 않으면 놀 수 없어.
We should leave now, then we won’t be late.
지금 떠나야 해, 그렇지 않으면 늦을 거야.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to introduce a consequence or an alternative.
Note: Used as a conditional phrase to indicate what happens if a certain condition is not met.

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.
나는 가게에 가고, 그 다음에 친구를 만날 거야.
I finished my homework, then I watched TV.
나는 숙제를 끝내고, 그 다음에 TV를 봤어.
She studied for her exam all night, then she took a break.
그녀는 밤새 시험 공부를 하고, 그 다음에 휴식을 취했어.
He cooked dinner for his family, then they all sat down to eat.
그는 가족을 위해 저녁을 요리하고, 그 다음에 모두 함께 앉아 먹었어.

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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