anhin
Translation
hitherto, previously, until now
Examples
Das war anhin nicht der Fall.
That was not the case hitherto.
Die anhin geltenden Regeln wurden geändert.
The previously valid rules have been changed.
Grammar Patterns
((Adverb)) hitherto, previously Das war anhin nicht der Fall.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hitherto, so far, previously; Antonyms: henceforth, in future
Etymology
From 'an' (on, at) and 'hin' (thereto), literally meaning 'on to here/now'.
Memory Tips
This word is formal and mainly used in Swiss or Austrian German, especially in legal contexts. Think of it as 'up until now'.