A1 adverb 중립 #120 가장 일반적인 2분 분량

然后

ran2hou4 /ɻan˧˥ hou̯˦˨/
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Use '然后' to smoothly transition between consecutive actions in a sequence.

30초 단어

  • Connects sequential actions in time.
  • Used to describe a series of events.
  • Essential for narrative and procedural descriptions.
'然后' is a versatile adverb that can be used in a wide range of contexts to indicate sequential order. It is commonly found in spoken and written Chinese, making it a fundamental word for expressing the flow of events. It can connect actions performed by the same subject or different subjects. When giving instructions or narrating a story, '然后' is crucial for maintaining clarity and coherence. It helps listeners or readers follow the progression of ideas or actions. Understanding its placement within a sentence is key.
While '然后' is a primary word for 'then' or 'afterwards', it's important to distinguish it from similar adverbs. For instance, '之后' (zhīhòu) also means 'after' but can be used as both an adverb and a postposition, often appearing after a noun or verb phrase. '接着' (jiēzhe) implies a closer and more immediate succession, often suggesting a continuation without much pause. '后来' (hòulái) refers to 'later on' or 'afterwards' in a broader sense, often indicating a shift in time or a subsequent development over a longer period. '然后' typically implies a more direct and often planned sequence.
'然后' is an adverb and typically precedes the verb phrase it modifies. It can also stand at the beginning of a clause or sentence to introduce a subsequent event. When connecting two clauses, it often acts as a bridge, ensuring a smooth transition. For example, '我吃完饭，然后去看电影。' (I finished eating, then went to see a movie.) The placement is crucial for clear communication. Incorrect placement can lead to ambiguity or sound unnatural to native speakers. It rarely takes a measure word as it directly modifies verbs or clauses.

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재미있는 사실

The character '然' (rán) originally depicted a dog with a burning torch, signifying 'burning' or 'to burn'. Over time, its meaning shifted to 'so, thus, correct', eventually becoming a common component in adverbs and conjunctions.

예시

1

我先写作业，然后玩游戏。

A child planning their evening.

I'll do my homework first, then play games.

2

他打开门，然后走了进去。

Describing a simple sequence of actions.

He opened the door, and then walked in.

3

请把这些文件分类，然后放到柜子里。

Instructions given in an office setting.

Please categorize these documents, and then put them in the cabinet.

4

我们先讨论计划，然后决定下一步怎么做。

A team meeting discussing strategy.

We'll discuss the plan first, and then decide how to proceed.

5

她先洗了衣服，然后把它们晾起来。

Describing household chores.

She washed the clothes, and then hung them out to dry.

자주 쓰는 조합

先…然后… first…then…
接着然后 next, then
然后呢 and then? (used to prompt for more information)
然后才 only then; not until then

자주 쓰는 구문

然后呢

What happened next?

然后我就

Then I just...

先做这个，然后做那个

Do this first, then do that.

자주 혼동되는 단어

然后 대 接着

Refers to a more immediate follow-up action. It emphasizes the tight connection between two events.

然后 대 后来

Refers to a later point in time in the past. It is not used for sequential instructions.

문법 패턴

先 [A], 然后 [B] [主语] + 然后 + [谓语] 然后 + [主语] + [谓语]

관용어 및 표현

""

And then? / What happened next?

他告诉我一个故事，讲到一半，我问他：然后呢？ (Tā gàosù wǒ yīgè gùshì, jiǎng dào yībàn, wǒ wèn tā: Ránhòu ne? - He told me a story, half-way through, I asked him: And then?)

""

If one doesn't keep their word, how can they be considered human? (Implies that trust is crucial, and actions should follow words, or 'then' there's a consequence. Not a direct idiom with '然后' but reflects the importance of sequence and outcome.)

他答应了帮助我，然后却失约了。言而无信，何以为人？ (Tā dāyìng le bāngzhù wǒ, ránhòu què shīyuē le. Yán ér wú xìn, hé yǐ wéi rén? - He promised to help me, then broke his promise. If one doesn't keep their word, how can they be considered human?)

혼동하기 쉬운

然后 대 然后

然后 대

然后 대

사용법

사용 참고사항

It is a neutral word used in almost all registers. Avoid starting every sentence with '然后' in formal writing. It is most natural when used to connect two clauses within one sentence.

팁

💡

Use with '先' (First)

Pairing '先' and '然后' creates a clear structure. It helps listeners follow your sequence of events easily.

⚠️

Avoid overuse in writing

Using '然后' too many times in a paragraph makes writing sound repetitive. Try using '接着' or '之后' as alternatives.

🌍

Conversational filler

In casual Chinese, people often use '然后' as a filler word when thinking. It functions similarly to 'um' or 'so' in English.

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기억법

Imagine a 'ran-ho' (like 'ran home') who does one thing, then 'ho-ps' to the next task. 'Ran home, then ho-ps to bed.'

시각적 연상

Visualize a timeline with distinct steps. '然' (rán) as the starting point, and '后' (hòu) as the subsequent point, linked by an arrow '→'.

Word Web

时间 (shíjiān - time) 顺序 (shùnxù - order/sequence) 接着 (jiēzhe - then, immediately after) 之后 (zhīhòu - after) 下一步 (xiàyībù - next step) 行动 (xíngdòng - action)

어원

From Middle Chinese '然' (nyen, 'so, thus') and '後' (huwX, 'after'). The combination historically conveyed 'thus after' or 'thereafter', evolving into its modern usage as a sequential connector. The two characters independently carry meanings related to state and position respectively, and their fusion creates the temporal adverb.

문화적 맥락

In Chinese narratives, '然后' is a very common connector, similar to 'and then' in English, making stories flow sequentially. Using '然后' repeatedly in a fast-paced conversation can sometimes make the speaker sound a bit rushed or even slightly informal, though it's generally neutral. Varying connectors like '接着' or '后来' (hòulái - later) can add nuance. When giving instructions or explaining a process, '然后' is essential for clarity and order.

Neutral. It's appropriate in most contexts, from casual conversations to formal presentations.

자주 묻는 질문

4 질문

两者意思相近，“接着”强调动作紧密相连，甚至有紧迫感；“然后”则更中性，侧重于时间上的先后顺序。

在口语中，为了强调或衔接上文，人们常在句首使用“然后”，但在正式写作中，建议将其放在连接的两个动作之间。

通常后面接动词短语，表示接下来的动作。但在某些口语表达中，也可以连接名词或短语，视语境而定。

不可以，“然后”只表示时间顺序。如果想表示因果，请使用“所以”或“因此”。

셀프 테스트

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我先洗澡，___睡觉。

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 然后

此处表示动作的先后顺序。

multiple choice

哪句话表达了动作的先后？

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 先写作业，然后玩游戏。

结构完整，符合时间顺序的表达习惯。

sentence building

①然后 ②吃完饭 ③我 ④去散步

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: ③②①④

符合主语+动作+然后+动作的语序。

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