ADVERB

daraufhin/ˈdaːʁaʊ̯fhɪn/as a result; thereupon; after that

daraufhin is a German adverb that means as a result, thereupon, or after that. It is pronounced /ˈdaːʁaʊ̯fhɪn/.

Definitions

1.as a consequence of something previously mentioned; after that(temporal/causal)

a.used to indicate a result or reaction to a preceding event or statement

Er bekam eine Abmahnung. Daraufhin änderte er sein Verhalten.He received a warning. As a result, he changed his behavior.

b.immediately after the mentioned action or event

Sie kündigte auf der Stelle. Daraufhin verließ sie das Büro.She resigned on the spot. Thereupon, she left the office.

Frequently asked questions

What does "daraufhin" mean in English?
"daraufhin" means as a result, thereupon, or after that. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "daraufhin"?
"daraufhin" is pronounced /ˈdaːʁaʊ̯fhɪn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "daraufhin"?
"daraufhin" is a adverb in German.

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