qián ㄑㄧㄢˊ cin4 HSK 1 準備級 2 · Novice 2 進階級 · Level 3

  • front
  • forward
  • ahead
  • first
  • top (followed by a number)
  • future
  • ago
  • before
  • BC (e.g. 293)
  • former
  • formerly

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 前 (1 of 1) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 前進! Onward!
  • 飯前洗手 Wash your hands before each meal.
  • 往前开。 Drive on.
  • 前進兩步。 Advance two steps.
  • 撤回前言。 I take back everything I said.

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