before in Chinese
before in Chinese is 之前, 最先, 以前 — before means earlier than a particular time or event.
before in Chinese
之前
Pronounced: zhī qián
At an earlier time.
最先
Pronounced: zuì xiān
(chiefly literary or poetic) In advance in position or sequence; ahead.
以前
Pronounced: yǐ qián
In advance of the time when.
前
Pronounced: qián
Earlier than (in time).
先
Pronounced: xiān
In front of in space.
以前
Pronounced: yǐ qián
Under consideration, judgment, authority of (someone).
What does "before" mean?
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preposition Earlier than a particular time or event.
"We arrived before the doors even opened."
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preposition In front of, in space or in the presence of someone.
"He stood before the judge to hear the verdict."
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adverb At an earlier time; previously.
"I've seen this movie before."
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conjunction Earlier than the time when something happens.
"Lock the door before you leave."
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before in a sentence
- We arrived before the doors even opened.
- Please finish your homework before dinner.
- He stood before the judge to hear the verdict.
- The actors bowed before the audience at the end of the play.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "before" in Chinese?
"before" in Chinese is 之前, 最先, 以前. before means: Earlier than a particular time or event.
How do you pronounce 之前?
"before" in Chinese is 之前, pronounced "zhī qián".
How do you use "before" in a sentence?
Example: "We arrived before the doors even opened." In Chinese, "before" is 之前, 最先, 以前.
Are there other ways to say "before" in Chinese?
Yes — Chinese has 5 translations listed for "before": 之前, 最先, 以前, 前, 先.
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