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5課 接続と会話
Connect sentences and conversations
5課

それから、~

接続:Sentence 1。それから、sentence 2
Then; and also…. Connect actions in sequence or add one item after the previous one.
注意 / Note:そして can indicate addition; それから often expresses “afterwards”.
使い分け / How to choose quickly:Use when: Tell the next step over time
Wonder: Does B come after A in sequence?
Avoid: Don't use it when just adding a property
Tip to remember: それから = then
Check again: The story has a timeline → それから
朝ご飯を食べます。それから、学校へ行きます。
I eat breakfast. Then go to school.
駅で切符を買いました。それから、電車に乗りました。
I bought a ticket at the station. Then get on the train.
宿題をしました。それから、ゲームをしました。
I do my homework. Then play the game.

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