afterward
/ˈɑːftəwəd/ · /ˈæftərwərd/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2546 in the learning path
之后；后来
Definitions
adv. at a later time, following an event already mentioned
之后；后来
Example
We watched a film and discussed the ending afterward.
我们看了一部电影，之后讨论了结局。
Students who review new material shortly afterward are more likely to remember it over the long term.
学生学习新内容后若及时复习，就更有可能长期记住它。
Collocations
- shortly afterward
- soon afterward
- immediately afterward
Synonyms
- afterwards
- later
Antonyms
- beforehand
Usage tip
美式常用afterward，英式更常用afterwards。
FAQ
- What does afterward mean?
- at a later time, following an event already mentioned
- How is afterward pronounced?
- UK /ˈɑːftəwəd/, US /ˈæftərwərd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
