Chinese
zìcóng
Meaning: since; ever since
Part of Speech: Preposition

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Example sentences

自從畢業以後,我們就沒見過面。
自从毕业以后,我们就没见过面。
Since graduating, we haven't seen each other.
自從搬到這裡,他的生活有了很大的轉變。
Since moving here, his life has undergone a big change.
自從退休後,他每天過著神仙般悠閒的生活。
Since retiring, he has lived a leisurely life like an immortal.
自從換了新教練後,球員們士氣大振。
Since the new coach arrived, the players' morale has soared.
他自從獲得那次獎項後就平步青雲,成了業界的寵兒。
Since he won that award, he has risen rapidly in his career and become the darling of the industry.

Usage Notes

Indicates the starting point of a past action or state.

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