then
then
ðɛn
dhen
British pronunciation
/ðɛn/

Definition & Meaning of "then"in English

then
01

at a specific point or period in time previously mentioned

then definition and meaning
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She was a student then, but now she's a professor.
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She finished her meal then went for a walk.
03

used to indicate a logical consequence or result

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If you 're going to the store, then could you pick up some milk?
3.1

as an inevitable result of a condition being met

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If the sides are equal, then the triangle is equilateral.
04

used to introduce additional information or consideration

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She has a high-paying job, and then there are the bonuses.
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used to provide a counterpoint or a reconsideration

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She did n't pass the test, but then, she did n't study.
06

used to indicate a conclusion or inference, often used at the end of sentences

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So, you 've made up your mind then.
07

used to restate or summarize information previously mentioned

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Then, the reason for the delay was bad weather.
08

used to mark the end of a discussion

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See you later, then.
Then
01

a specific point or time in the past

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We met at a conference, and we stayed in touch since then.
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relating to a specific time in the past or to someone or something at that time

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The then leader of the country made a significant decision.
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