Ever wondered how to say \”then\” in Chinese? Well, you’re in luck! The word \”then\” can be translated into Chinese in a few different ways depending on the context, but the most common ones are \”然后 (ránhòu)\” and \”那么 (nàme)\”. Let’s break it down in a fun and easy way so you can start using these words like a pro!
First up, 然后 (ránhòu) is your go-to word for \”then\” when you’re talking about sequence or order—like telling a story or giving instructions. For example:
\”I woke up, 然后 (ránhòu) I brushed my teeth.\” (我醒了，然后我刷牙。)
It’s like saying \”and then\” in English, keeping things smooth and connected.
Next, 那么 (nàme) is more like \”then\” when you’re drawing a conclusion or making a point. Think of it as the \”well then\” or \”in that case\” of Chinese. For example:
\”If you don’t like it, 那么 (nàme) what do you want?\” (如果你不喜欢，那么你想要什么？)
It adds a little flair to your reasoning, making you sound super natural in conversations.
Now, how do you remember these? Here’s a trick:
然后 (ránhòu) has \”后 (hòu)\” in it, which means \”after\”—perfect for sequences!
那么 (nàme) starts with \”那 (nà),\” which means \”that,\” so it’s great for pointing things out.
Learning Chinese doesn’t have to be hard. Try using these words in daily chats, watch Chinese shows (you’ll hear 然后 all the time!), or even practice with a language buddy. Before you know it, you’ll be tossing around \”然后\” and \”那么\” like a native! So, what are you waiting for? 然后 (ránhòu), get started! 😊