Meaning and Usage of Soshite (そして)

"Soshite (そして)" is a Japanese conjunction that means "and," "and then," or "and also." It is used to connect sentences or clauses, showing a continuation or addition of information. Unlike "sorekara," which emphasizes a chronological sequence of events, "soshite" is more neutral and can be used to add related ideas or events without necessarily indicating a specific order. For example, "彼は大学生です。そして、彼はアルバイトもしています" ("He is a college student. And, he also has a part-time job"). "Soshite" helps in smoothly linking thoughts, making the narrative flow naturally.

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Example Sentences (2)

手紙を書いて、そして送りました。

Tegami o kaite, soshite okurimashita.

I wrote a letter, and then I sent it.

料理を作って、そして食べました。

Ryouri o tsukutte, soshite tabemashita.

I cooked a meal, and then I ate it.