Chinese
yōuxiān
Meaning: priority; first; precedence
Part of Speech: Noun, Adverb

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Example sentences

我們會優先處理您的訂單,請耐心等待。
我们会优先处理您的订单,请耐心等待。
We will prioritize processing your order, please wait patiently.
我們應該優先考慮集體的利益。
We should prioritize the collective's interests.
招聘時,公司通常會優先考慮學歷較高的人。
When hiring, companies usually prioritize people with higher educational backgrounds.
政府應該優先解決民生問題。
The government should prioritize solving livelihood issues.
捷運站有孕婦優先席。
Subway stations have priority seats for pregnant women.

Usage Notes

Used when something or someone has precedence over others in terms of order, importance, or time.

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