Hereafter: meaning, definitions and examples

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hereafter

 

[ ˌhɪərˈɑːftər ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in the future

At some time in the future; from now on. Used to refer to a future time or situation.

Examples of usage

  • He vowed that hereafter he would be more careful with his money.
  • Hereafter, all employees must wear a uniform to work.
  • Hereafter, she decided to focus on her career rather than her personal life.
Context #2 | Adverb

after this life

In a future life or state.

Examples of usage

  • He believed that in the hereafter, he would be rewarded for his good deeds.
  • The concept of a heavenly paradise in the hereafter is prevalent in many religions.

Translations

Translations of the word "hereafter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 daqui em diante

🇮🇳 बाद में

🇩🇪 fortan

🇮🇩 selanjutnya

🇺🇦 надалі

🇵🇱 odtąd

🇯🇵 この後

🇫🇷 dorénavant

🇪🇸 de aquí en adelante

🇹🇷 bundan böyle

🇰🇷 이후로

🇸🇦 فيما بعد

🇨🇿 od nynějška

🇸🇰 odteraz

🇨🇳 此后

🇸🇮 od zdaj naprej

🇮🇸 héðan í frá

🇰🇿 осыдан бастап

🇬🇪 ამიერიდან

🇦🇿 bundan sonra

🇲🇽 de aquí en adelante

Etymology

The word 'hereafter' originated in Middle English from the combination of 'here' (meaning 'at this point') and 'after' (meaning 'subsequent to a particular time'). It has been used since the 13th century to refer to a future time or state, as well as to describe life after death in various religious beliefs.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,138, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.