自此

自此 means 'from this point' or 'since then,' indicating a starting point in time or a turning point in a narrative. It is often used to show that a change or new development has occurred.

The character 自 (zì) means 'self' or 'from,' and 此 (cǐ) means 'this' or 'here.' Together, they literally translate to 'from this,' emphasizing a specific moment or location as the beginning of a new phase.

This phrase is commonly used in both written and spoken Chinese to mark a transition, such as in storytelling, historical accounts, or personal narratives. It can also appear in formal writing, like essays or reports, to indicate a shift in focus or an important event.