Chinese
yǐhòu
Meaning: after; later; afterwards
Part of Speech: Noun, Adverb

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Example sentences

畢業以後,我想去旅行。
毕业以后,我想去旅行。
After graduating, I want to go traveling.
他大學畢業以後想出國工作。
He wants to work abroad after graduating from university.
這件事我們以後再說吧。
Let's talk about this matter later.
自從畢業以後,我們就沒見過面。
Since graduating, we haven't seen each other.
下雨以後,教室很悶,老師把窗戶全打開了。
After it rained, the classroom felt stuffy, so the teacher opened all the windows.

Usage Notes

Indicates a time later than a specific event or time.

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