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Be careful not to confuse 其后 with similar phrases like 之后 (zhī hòu), which also means 'after.' 其后 is more formal and often used in literary or written contexts. Common collocations include phrases like '其后发生' (happened after that).
Although 其后 is not an HSK vocabulary word, students studying at HSK 3 and above should focus on using it in sentences for narrative practice. Linking it with other time-related words like 以前 (yǐ qián) 'before' can enhance understanding of sequences.
Learners often confuse 其后 with 之后, mistakenly using them interchangeably in informal contexts. For example, saying '我会去商店其后' instead of '我会去商店之后' is incorrect. Remember to use 其后 in more formal settings.
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其后 (qí hòu) means 'after that' or 'later.' It is commonly used to indicate a sequence of events or actions, often in storytelling or descriptions. This phrase is particularly useful for learners when narrating past events or outlining future plans.
When to use 其后
Be careful not to confuse 其后 with similar phrases like 之后 (zhī hòu), which also means 'after.' 其后 is more formal and often used in literary or written contexts. Common collocations include phrases like '其后发生' (happened after that).
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Learners often confuse 其后 with 之后, mistakenly using them interchangeably in informal contexts. For example, saying '我会去商店其后' instead of '我会去商店之后' is incorrect. Remember to use 其后 in more formal settings.
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While you can use it in casual contexts, it is more common in formal writing or storytelling.
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