1. used after descriptive words to indicate a state or manner
E.g.: 厳然 (solemn, strict), 突然 (sudden, abrupt)
2. so; thus; like that; right; correct
E.g.: 然諾 (assent), 当然 (natural, of course)
3. but; then; if so; however (classical connective particle)
4. to burn
