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as follows meaning and examples

2025-09-09

Meaning

As follows is a formal phrase used to introduce a list, explanation, or statement. It signals that what comes after is the content being referred to.

Grammar and Usage

  • Commonly used with a colon (:) after it.

  • Usually appears after verbs like explain, describe, define, summarize, list.

  • Structure:

    • The instructions are as follows:
    • The reasons are as follows:

It is considered a fixed expression; it does not change form (not “as follow” or “as followed”).

Common Phrases

  • The rules are as follows:
  • The details are as follows:
  • My schedule is as follows:

Collocations

  • verb + as follows: explain as follows, describe as follows, define as follows
  • noun + as follows: instructions as follows, reasons as follows, results as follows

Examples

  1. The instructions are as follows: open the box, plug in the device, and press the power button.
  2. The reasons for the delay are as follows: bad weather and technical problems.
  3. My daily routine is as follows: wake up at 6 a.m., exercise, then start work.
  4. The steps for registration are as follows: fill out the form, upload your ID, and submit payment.
  5. The company’s values are as follows: integrity, teamwork, and innovation.
  6. His duties are as follows: managing the team, reporting results, and training new staff.
  • namely
  • listed below
  • as stated
  • as described

Antonym

There is no direct antonym, but phrases like without explanation or unspecified contrast with as follows.