Cool MateMeaning of What then
A phrase used to inquire about what happens next after a situation.
In simple words: What comes next?
What then in a sentence
- After the meeting concluded, she asked, 'What then?'
- 'We finished the project on time, what then?' he wondered.
- 'What then should we do to improve our results?'
- 'We learned our lessons; what then is the action plan?'
- 'The event was a success, but what then will we celebrate next?'
How to use What then
Use 'What then' to ask about the next steps or outcomes after a situation. It's often used when the previous action or event is completed.
Grammar pattern
standalone question phrase
Memory hint
Imagine asking at the end of a story, 'What then?'.
Related words
Collocations with What then
- What then should we do?
- What then happened next?
- What then is the conclusion?
Synonyms for What then
- What next
- Then what
- What comes after
Common mistakes with What then
- Omitting the context, which makes it confusing.
- Using 'What then?' without any preceding discussion or information.
- Confusing it with 'What now?', which implies immediate action.
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Frequently asked questions about What then
What does What then mean?
What comes next?
What is the definition of What then?
A phrase used to inquire about what happens next after a situation.
How do you use What then in a sentence?
After the meeting concluded, she asked, 'What then?'
Can you give another example of What then?
'We finished the project on time, what then?' he wondered.
What are synonyms for What then?
Common alternatives include What next, Then what, What comes after.
What words go with What then?
It commonly pairs with What then should we do?, What then happened next?, What then is the conclusion?.
What are common mistakes when using What then?
Omitting the context, which makes it confusing. Using 'What then?' without any preceding discussion or information. Confusing it with 'What now?', which implies immediate action.
How do you pronounce What then?
US: //wɑt ðɛn//, UK: //wɒt ðɛn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use What then?
Use 'What then' to ask about the next steps or outcomes after a situation. It's often used when the previous action or event is completed.