After
Adverb, Preposition, Conjunction
UK
/ˈɑːf.tə/
US
/ˈæf.tɚ/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
Happening later than another event in time or position.
Example
"(adv) : I’ll come soon after."
"(prep) : We went home after lunch."
"(conj) : After she ate, she went to bed."
Explanation
“After” is a word we use to talk about something that happens later than something else. It shows time order — when one thing finishes, another begins. For example, if you eat lunch and then go for a walk, the walk happens after lunch. “After” can also describe position (someone stands after you in line), or pursuit (he’s after success = he’s trying to get it). It helps show the sequence of actions or things. It’s a very common word used in daily conversation to explain what comes next in time, order, or even goals.