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"After that" is a phrase which is often translated as "después de eso", and "then" is an adverb which is often translated as "entonces". Learn more about the difference between "after that" and "then" below.
after that(
ahf
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duhr
thaht
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. después de eso
I had a car accident last year, and after that I haven't been able to drive again.Tuve un accidente de coche el año pasado, y después de eso no he podido volver a conducir.
b. después
We are going to the movies and after that out for ice cream.Vamos al cine y después a comprar helados.
then(
thehn
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
a. entonces
If you eat healthy food, then you won't get sick.Si comes comida sana, entonces no te enfermarás.