開店前から、店の前には多くの人が並んでいた。
Many people were lining up in front of the store even before it opened.
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I met friends in front of the school.
この建物は、100年以上前に建てられたものです。
This building was built more than 100 years ago.
食事の前に、必ず石鹸で手を洗ってください。
Before meals, always wash your hands with soap.
出かける前に服を着替える。
I'll change my clothes before going out.
必死に走って、ようやく前の車に追いついた。
I ran desperately and finally caught up with the car in front.
彼は大勢の前で堂々と意見を述べた。
He expressed his opinion dignifiedly in front of a large crowd.
大勢の前で大恥をかいてしまった。
I ended up being greatly humiliated in front of many people.
出かける前に、忘れ物がないかチェックした。
Checked if I forgot anything before leaving.
彼は深い悲しみを乗り越えて前を向いた。
He overcame his deep sadness and looked forward.
Usage Notes
前 (まえ) has multiple meanings: spatially 'in front of/before,' temporally 'before/ago,' and can refer to the past or previous state. As a suffix, it indicates portions or servings. Contrast with 後 (あと/うしろ) for 'after/behind.'
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