HSK 3
自从
The word "自从" – Ever since
Explanation
"自从" is used to indicate the starting point in time of an event or state, usually accompanied by a result or change that occurs afterward. The common structure is "自从 + time/event, ...就...". For example: "自从修了公路，这儿的交通就方便多了" means that ever since the road was repaired, the traffic here has become much more convenient. "自从" emphasizes a change extending from the past to the present, often used in both speech and writing.
Examples
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The grammar point “自从” (The word "自从" – Ever since) is one of the key structures at HSK 3. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
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