Pronunciation: [kˈʌmz ˈaftə] (IPA) 
The phrase "comes after" is spelled with the letter combination "c-o-m-e-s" followed by the word "after." The IPA transcription for "comes" is /kʌmz/ and for "after" it is /ˈæftər/. The "o" in "comes" is pronounced with a short "uh" sound and the "a" in "after" is pronounced with a short "a" sound. The combination of these two words creates a common phrase used to indicate that something is following or succeeding something else.
The phrase "comes after" refers to the concept of following or succeeding something or someone in a particular sequence or order. It denotes a relationship of chronological or hierarchical order, where one entity or event occurs or exists subsequent to another. The term is often used to describe the position or occurrence of something in relation to another thing or event.
In a temporal context, "comes after" signifies the occurrence of an event or the existence of an entity in a later point in time compared to a previous event or entity. It implies a linear progression or time sequence, indicating that the mentioned object, event, or individual happens subsequently.
In a hierarchical or sequential context, "comes after" suggests a higher position, significance, or level in comparison to another. It implies that the referred object, event, or person follows or succeeds another in terms of importance, rank, or order in a specific system or arrangement.
Overall, "comes after" implies a subsequent occurrence, placement, or significance, either in a temporal or hierarchical sense. It emphasizes the concept of following or succeeding and is commonly used to explain the relationship between two or more objects, events, or individuals based on their position, order, or importance in a sequence or system.
The phrase "comes after" does not have a distinct etymology as it is a combination of two separate words.
The word "comes" is derived from Latin, specifically from the Latin word "comes", meaning "companion" or "accompanying person". In ancient Rome, a comes was a trusted companion or an officer appointed to the entourage of a high-ranking official, such as an emperor or a military leader. Over time, the meaning of "comes" evolved to refer to someone of similar rank or status.
The word "after" has Old English roots and can be traced back to the Old English word "æfter" meaning "behind" or "following in time or place". It is also connected to the Proto-Germanic word "aftaro", which has the same meaning.
