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“from then on” in Chinese

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Pronunciation

Pinyincóng cǐ

Example

从此他的生活变了很多。cóng cǐ tā de shēng huó biàn le hěn duō

From then on, his life changed a lot.

Illustration for 从此 (from then on)

How to say “from then on” in Chinese

“From then on” in Chinese is 从此 (cóng cǐ).

A time boundary after which a new state continues into the future.

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

Example sentences with 从此

他毕业后，从此开始独立生活。tā bì yè hòu cóng cǐ kāi shǐ dú lì shēng huó

After he graduated, he began living independently from then on.

Tips for using 从此

  • In everyday conversation, this adverb often sounds more narrative or report-like than the most casual way to describe a future plan, especially when a turning point matters.

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