ثم

ثم

"Then" (used to indicate sequence or consequence).

In this sentence, 'ثم' is used to indicate a sequence of actions happening one after the other.

ذهبت إلى السوق ثم اشتريت بعض الفاكهة.

I went to the market and then bought some fruit.

Here, 'ثم' connects two events, showing a logical progression or outcome.

فكرت طويلاً، ثم قررت أن أقبل الفرصة.

I thought for a long time and then decided to take the opportunity.

In this example, 'ثم' links planned future actions happening in order.

سأستيقظ مبكرًا غدًا ثم أبدأ العمل.

I will wake up early tomorrow and then start working.