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UK//ˈɑːftər wɒt ˈhæpənd//US//ˈæf.tɚ wɑt ˈhæp.ənd//

Meaning of After what happened

A phrase referring to the events that have already occurred.

In simple words: What comes next after an event.

After what happened in a sentence

  • After what happened, we decided to change our plans.
  • She couldn't believe it was true after what happened last week.
  • Reflecting back, after what happened, I learned a valuable lesson.
  • After what happened during the meeting, I felt uneasy.
  • It's important to communicate clearly after what happened to avoid misunderstandings.

How to use After what happened

Used to refer to events that occurred previously; can be informal in dialogue but appropriate in formal writing too.

Grammar pattern

after + noun phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'after' as a road leading to 'what happened' behind you.

Related words

Collocations with After what happened

  • rethink after what happened
  • discuss after what happened
  • reflect after what happened

Synonyms for After what happened

  • following the incident
  • subsequent to what took place
  • after the event
  • in the wake of
  • post-event

Common mistakes with After what happened

  • Omitting 'what' and saying 'after happened'
  • Using 'after' without a specific event described
  • Confusing with 'after that' which implies a sequential follow-up

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Frequently asked questions about After what happened

What does After what happened mean?

What comes next after an event.

What is the definition of After what happened?

A phrase referring to the events that have already occurred.

How do you use After what happened in a sentence?

After what happened, we decided to change our plans.

Can you give another example of After what happened?

She couldn't believe it was true after what happened last week.

What are synonyms for After what happened?

Common alternatives include following the incident, subsequent to what took place, after the event, in the wake of, post-event.

What words go with After what happened?

It commonly pairs with rethink after what happened, discuss after what happened, reflect after what happened.

What are common mistakes when using After what happened?

Omitting 'what' and saying 'after happened' Using 'after' without a specific event described Confusing with 'after that' which implies a sequential follow-up

How do you pronounce After what happened?

US: //ˈæf.tɚ wɑt ˈhæp.ənd//, UK: //ˈɑːftər wɒt ˈhæpənd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use After what happened?

Used to refer to events that occurred previously; can be informal in dialogue but appropriate in formal writing too.