Translation guide
Expresses that one event occurs immediately after another, with no significant gap in time.
To say that something happens right after another action or event, often in a sequence.
Used after the te-form of a verb to mean 'right after doing V'. Very common and natural.
I took a shower right after I got home.
Literally 'immediately after V'. Slightly more formal than すぐ, often used in written or formal contexts.
He left the office right after the meeting ended.
Emphasizes that something unexpected or sudden happened the moment the first action was completed. Often used for surprising or involuntary events.
The moment I opened the door, the cat jumped out.
A literary or formal expression meaning 'as soon as'. Used in writing or formal speech.
As soon as he arrived home, he went out again.
To indicate that something happens immediately after a specific time or event noun.
Used with a noun to mean 'right after N'. Very common.
I went for a walk right after dinner.
More formal than すぐ後, often used in news or reports.
To refer to something happening immediately after the current moment or a mentioned point.
すぐ is the most versatile and casual. 直後 is more formal and often used with nouns or in writing. とたん emphasizes a sudden, often unexpected event right after the action.
I went out right after eating.
I went out immediately after eating. (more formal)
The moment I ate, my stomach started hurting.
すぐ is an adverb, so it cannot directly follow a noun. Use のすぐ後 or の直後 instead.
I'll do it right after I finish this.
Right after the movie, we went for coffee.
A tsunami warning was issued right after the earthquake.
I'll call you right after I finish.
right after lunch