A。さて B。

When to use

"Well then/now" - a deliberate shift to a new topic or phase.

Explanation

The さて grammar point is used to indicate a sudden change or shift in the topic or situation. It often expresses a sense of moving on to the next topic or action, acting as a connector between sentences. It can be loosely translated as 'now then', 'well', or 'so' in English.

• 今日きょうの仕事しごとが終おわった。さて、これから帰かえるか。

  Today's work is done. Now then, shall we go home?

  Kyou no shigoto ga owatta. Sate, kore kara kaeru ka.

• 話はなしがちょっと長ながくなったね。さて、もっと喜美子さんのことを教おしえてください。

  The conversation got a bit lengthy. Well, please tell me more about Kimiko.

  Hanashi ga chotto nagaku natta ne. Sate, motto Kimiko-san no koto wo oshiete kudasai.

• 映画えいがを見みて楽たのしかった。さて、何なにを食たべに行いこう。

  Watching the movie was fun. So, what shall we go eat?

  Eiga wo mite tanoshikatta. Sate, nani wo tabe ni ikou.

• マラソンが終おわった！さて、少すこし休やすんでからシャワーを浴あびよう。

  The marathon is over! Now then, let's rest a bit and then take a shower.

  Marason ga owatta! Sate, sukoshi yasunde kara shawaa wo abiyou.

Topic Shift (By The Way)

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