まえに
Meanings
- before (in time)
- in front of (location)
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Explanation
まえに marks something that happens before another action or event, or indicates a location that is in front of something. It is versatile for both timing and physical position. When used for time, the verb is in dictionary form (plain form) before まえに. For place, you attach の前に or まえに after the place noun to mean “in front of” that place.
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Example sentences
Wash your hands before eating.
Prepare your things before leaving.
A friend is waiting in front of the school.
A car is parked in front of the store.
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