därefter

Därefter is a Swedish adverb that translates to "after that," "subsequently," or "thereafter" in English. It is commonly used to indicate a sequence of events, signifying that one action or occurrence follows another. The word is formed by combining "där" meaning "there" and "efter" meaning "after."

The usage of "därefter" is straightforward, typically appearing at the beginning or within a sentence to link consecutive actions or time points. For example, in the sentence "Han åt middag, och därefter gick han och lade sig," the adverb clearly establishes that going to bed happened after eating dinner. It is a versatile word that can connect simple events or more complex narratives.

While "sedan" is another common Swedish word with a similar meaning of "then" or "afterwards," "därefter" often carries a slightly more formal or literary tone. It emphasizes a direct progression from one state or action to the next, without necessarily implying a long interval. In many contexts, "sedan" and "därefter" can be used interchangeably, but "därefter" might be preferred when a more precise chronological order needs to be conveyed. Its function is primarily to guide the reader or listener through a series of happenings in a logical and sequential manner.