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VocabJLPT N1

AdverbConjunction

Definitions

1. next
2. secondly

An adverb meaning "next" or "following," used to indicate the second item in a sequence or ranking. It is commonly used in writing and formal speech to list things in order. It is similar in meaning to "and then" or "after that" when describing a sequence of events or rankings.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The rain intensified, then lightning struck!

Sentence 2

The scent drifted over, then a memory came flooding back.

Sentence 3

The gaze was cold, then softened into warmth.

Sentence 4

The research team formed a hypothesis, then proceeded to verify it repeatedly.

Sentence 5

The rumor spread, then started to feel like it might be true.