Since
Pronunciation:/sɪns/
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 自从
- 因为
- 自...以来
Definitions
conjunction
Definition
Indicates a starting point in time, often used to denote that something has been the case from a specific moment until now.
In ZH
表示时间的起点，通常用于说明从某一特定时刻以来某事一直如此。
Examples
- I have been living here since 2010.
- She hasn’t called me since last week.
- They have evolved since their initial concept.
- We’ve known each other since childhood.
- It has been raining since morning.
preposition
Definition
Used with a specific time reference to indicate when an action or state began.
In ZH
与特定时间参考一起使用，以指示动作或状态开始的时间。
Examples
- I haven't seen him since the party.
- He has been unhappy since his dog passed away.
- She has worked here since the company started.
- They haven’t visited us since their last trip.
- I’ve eaten this dish since I was a child.