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前面

qiánmiàn

Description

“前面”指的是在你面前或比较靠前的地方,也可以表示时间或文章里更早的部分。

"前面" refers to the area in front of you or a more forward position, and can also indicate an earlier time or part of a text.

我们常常用它来说位置,比如“前面有一家商店”。

We often use it to talk about location, for example, "前面有一家商店" means "There is a shop in front."

Meanings

前面qiánmiàn

the front; in front; ahead

前面有一家很大的超市。

There is a very large supermarket ahead.

前面qiánmiàn

earlier part; above (in text or speech)

前面说过的话,你还记得吗?

Do you still remember what was said earlier?

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Notes

  • Etymology

    前 (front) + 面 (side/face), a common location word.

  • Nuance

    unlike 前 alone, 前面 is a standalone noun of place.

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