以前
いぜん
izen
nounVocabularyLevel 30 - JLPT N3
Quick answer
以前 (いぜん (izen)) means "ago · before · prior to". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
ago · before · prior to
Also : ago · before · prior to
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 以前 (いぜん) means 'in the past'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of in the past.
Example Sentences
以前に比べて日本語が上手になった。
いぜんにくらべてにほんごがじょうずになった。
My Japanese has improved compared to before.
私は以前が好きです。
わたしはいぜんがすきです。
I like before.
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