English–German

“after that” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/zoˈdan/

Example

Er kam pünktlich, sodann begann die Besprechung.

He arrived on time; after that, the meeting began.

Illustration for sodann (after that)

How to say “after that” in German

“After that” in German is sodann.

A timeline marker points from one completed step to the next.

Full entry for sodann: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with sodann

Sie las den Bericht, sodann unterbreitete sie ihren Vorschlag.

She read the report, then put forward her proposal.

Tips for using sodann

  • Sodann is more formal or literary than everyday dann and often suits written sequencing or formal narration.

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