JLPT N5 Casual

sorekara、~

Meaning 'after that', 'and then' or 'then', indicating sequence of events.

Casual, everyday "after that/and then" - simple narrative sequencing.

Formation

Explanation

The それから grammar point is used to describe the sequence of events or actions, indicating that one action or event takes place after another. It can be translated as 'after that', 'and then', or 'then' in English. It can be used with verbs, adjectives, and nouns but should be placed between two clauses.

Example sentences

  • I drank coffee, and then I left the house.

    Koohii o nonde, sorekara ie o demashita.

  • I went shopping, and then I went to watch a movie.

    Kaimono o shite, sorekara eiga o mini ikimashita.

  • She studied, and then she went to sleep.

    Kanojo wa benkyou o shite, sorekara nemashita.

  • I went to the party, and then I talked with my friends.

    Paatii ni itte, sorekara tomodachi to hanashimashita.

Sequence (And Then)