Cool MateMeaning of Afterward
At a time later than a specified event.
In simple words: At a later time; after something else has happened.
Afterward in a sentence
- We went to dinner, and afterward, we watched a movie.
- After the meeting, we discussed the project details afterward.
- She felt relieved, and afterward, her mood improved.
How to use Afterward
Use 'afterward' for neutral contexts. Avoid in very formal writing; use 'subsequently' instead.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'after' + 'ward' like a path leading to the future.
Related words
Collocations with Afterward
- see afterward
- discuss afterward
- meet afterward
Synonyms for Afterward
Opposites of Afterward
- beforehand
- previously
Common mistakes with Afterward
- Often confused with 'afterwards', but 'afterward' is the American English spelling.
- Sometimes used incorrectly at the beginning of sentences.
Compare Afterward with After, Later, Subsequently, Thereafter
Afterward appears in
Afterward in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
لاحقاً
في وقت لاحق؛ بعد حدوث شيء آخر.
- Bengaliবাংলা
এরপর
পরে; অন্য কিছু ঘটার পর।
- GermanDeutsch
Danach
Später; nachdem etwas anderes passiert ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Después
En un tiempo posterior; después de que ha sucedido algo más.
- Persianفارسی
بعداً
بعداً؛ بعد از اینکه اتفاق دیگری افتاد.
- FrenchFrançais
Après
Plus tard ; après que quelque chose d'autre s'est passé.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बाद में
बाद में; कुछ और होने के बाद।
- ItalianItaliano
Dopo
Più tardi; dopo che qualcos'altro è successo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Depois
Mais tarde; depois que outra coisa aconteceu.
- RussianРусский
Потом
Позже; после того, как что-то другое произошло.
- Urduاردو
بعد میں
بعد میں؛ کسی اور چیز کے ہونے کے بعد۔
- Chinese中文
之后
在稍后的时间；在其他事情发生之后。
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Frequently asked questions about Afterward
What does Afterward mean?
At a later time; after something else has happened.
What is the definition of Afterward?
At a time later than a specified event.
How do you use Afterward in a sentence?
We went to dinner, and afterward, we watched a movie.
Can you give another example of Afterward?
After the meeting, we discussed the project details afterward.
What are synonyms for Afterward?
Common alternatives include after, later, subsequently, thereafter.
What is the opposite of Afterward?
Opposite meanings include beforehand, previously.
What words go with Afterward?
It commonly pairs with see afterward, discuss afterward, meet afterward.
What are common mistakes when using Afterward?
Often confused with 'afterwards', but 'afterward' is the American English spelling. Sometimes used incorrectly at the beginning of sentences.
How do you pronounce Afterward?
US: //ˈæftərwərd//, UK: //ˈɑːftəwəd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Afterward?
Use 'afterward' for neutral contexts. Avoid in very formal writing; use 'subsequently' instead.
What CEFR level is Afterward?
"Afterward" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.