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以前
izen
Description
「以前」は、今より前の時間のことを言う言葉です。「昔」や「前に」と同じような意味で、少しかたい感じがします。
"以前" is a word that refers to a time before now. It has a similar meaning to "昔" or "前に" and sounds a bit formal.
Meanings
以前izen
before now; in the past; formerly
私は以前、東京に住んでいました。
I used to live in Tokyo.
以前izen
before a certain time; prior to
三時以前に来てください。
Please come before three o'clock.
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Notes
- Etymology
以 (from, since) + 前 (before); the counterpart 以後/以降 means 'after'.
- Nuance
More formal than 昔; often follows a noun or time to mean 'before that point'.
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