Afterward
/ˈæftərwɑːrd/
adverbBeginnerCommonGeneral
Meaning
Question
Definitions
1
In a time following an event
/ˈæftərwɑːrd/
adverbneutralBeginner
General
At or in a time later than the time mentioned
She will call you afterward to confirm the appointment.
💡 Simply: After an event
More Examples
2
After finishing his work, he decided to take a break.
How It's Used
General
"I will meet you afterward at the park."
Middle English (originally as one word): from after + word. Originally denoting the place or time following an event.
Used in Middle English texts to refer to a time or place following an event.
Memory tip
Think of it as 'after word', serving as a reminder of an event that has just occurred or is about to occur.
Practice
Base: after
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Usage
40%Spoken
60%Written