那末

那末 is a conjunction that means 'then' or 'so' in English, used to indicate a sequence of events or a logical consequence. It is similar to 'then' or 'so' in English but often has a more formal or literary tone.

The character 那 (nà) means 'that,' and 末 (mò) means 'end' or 'last.' Together, they form a phrase that can be interpreted as 'that last' or 'then,' suggesting a transition from one idea to another.

那末 is commonly used in written Chinese and formal speech to connect ideas or show cause and effect. It is less common in everyday spoken language, where simpler terms like 然后 (ránhòu) might be preferred. However, it remains an important expression for learners to understand in reading and formal contexts.