anschließend
afterwards · subsequently · subsequent
Etwas passiert direkt nach einer anderen Sache.
The German word "anschließend" is an adverb or adjective meaning "subsequently," "afterwards," or "then".
It is composed of:
- "an" (a prefix meaning "on" or "to")
- "schließend", relating to the verb "schließen" which means "to close" or "to conclude."
Basically, it conveys something happening directly after or following an event.
Similar words:
- danach (afterward)
- nachher (later)
- im Anschluss (in connection, immediately after)
Difference:
"Anschließend" emphasizes the direct following or consecutive sequence of events, often used to relate one action to the immediate next. Words like "danach" and "nachher" are more general indicators of time and can be less strict about immediacy. "Im Anschluss" is more formal and often used in contexts such as meetings or sequences of events.
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Examples
Wir gehen anschließend zum Restaurant.adverb
We are going to the restaurant afterwards.
Anschließend finden die Feierlichkeiten statt.adverb
Subsequently, the celebrations take place.
Anschließend besuchen wir ein Museum.adverb
Afterwards we are visiting a museum.
Anschließend treffen sie sich zum Essen.adverb
Subsequently, they meet for dinner.
Anschließend muss die Tür abgeschlossen werden.adverb
Subsequently, the door must be locked.
Anschließend treffen wir uns zum Essen.adverb
Afterwards, we meet for a meal.
Die anschließend verteilten Unterlagen enthielten wichtige Informationen.adjective
The documents distributed afterwards contained important information.
Die anschließend versendeten Einladungen enthielten alle wichtigen Informationen.adjective
The invitations sent afterwards contained all the important information.
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