to come after
[phrase form: come]
01
追いかける, 後を追う
to follow or chase someone, often with the intent of catching or reaching them
Transitive: to come after sb/sth
例
The dog escaped from the backyard, and the children came after it, trying to bring it back home.
犬が裏庭から逃げ出し、子供たちが追いかけて、家に連れ戻そうとした。
The paparazzi relentlessly came after the celebrity, hoping to capture exclusive photos.
パパラッチは独占写真を撮るために、容赦なく有名人を追いかけました。
02
続く, 後に来る
to come as a result of something, often at a later time
Transitive: to come after sth
例
The rainy season comes after the dry season in this region.
この地域では雨季は乾季の後に来ます。
Success often comes after years of hard work and dedication.
成功は、多くの場合、何年もの努力と献身の後にやってくる。
03
引き継ぐ, 後を継ぐ
to assume a position or role in succession to another person or entity
Transitive: to come after sb/sth
例
John retired, and his son is set to come after him as the CEO of the company.
ジョンは引退し、彼の息子が会社のCEOとして彼に続く準備ができています。
Queen Elizabeth II came after her father, King George VI, and ascended to the throne.
エリザベス女王2世は父であるジョージ6世国王の後を継ぎ、王位に就きました。
