pre- in Chinese
pre- in Chinese is 先 — pre- means before a particular event or point in time (informal shorthand).
pre- in Chinese
先
Pronounced: xiān
Before; earlier in time; beforehand.
What does "pre-" mean?
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prep Before a particular event or point in time (informal shorthand).
"We're grabbing drinks pre-party at Jake's place."
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- We're grabbing drinks pre-party at Jake's place.
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What is "pre-" in Chinese?
"pre-" in Chinese is 先. pre- means: Before a particular event or point in time (informal shorthand).
How do you pronounce 先?
"pre-" in Chinese is 先, pronounced "xiān".
How do you use "pre-" in a sentence?
Example: "We're grabbing drinks pre-party at Jake's place." In Chinese, "pre-" is 先.
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