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poi

English translation of poi

later

The Italian word 'poi' is used to indicate a following event or time. Much like 'later' in English, it can be used to refer to a point in the future, or the next item in a series.


Example sentences using: poi

Prima mangio, poi dormo.

English translation of Prima mangio, poi dormo.

First I eat, then I sleep.

This sentence demonstrates the use of 'poi' as a conjunction to express a sequence of events. The activities 'eating' and 'sleeping' are done in a specific order, first eating, then sleeping.

Ho comprato un gelato, poi sono andato al parco.

English translation of Ho comprato un gelato, poi sono andato al parco.

I bought an ice cream, then I went to the park.

In this example, 'poi' is used to indicate the sequence of events that occurred. The speaker first bought an ice cream and then went to the park. The use of 'poi' shows that these events happened one after the other.

Studia ora, poi avrai tempo per divertirti.

English translation of Studia ora, poi avrai tempo per divertirti.

Study now, then you will have time to have fun.

Here, 'poi' is used to separate two different instructions or pieces of advice. The speaker is advising someone to study first, and then assuring them that they will have time for fun after studying.

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