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Base noun form meaning 'before' or 'in the past.' Used to indicate a time prior to a reference point, often in formal or written language.
Theme
User and their friend Miyuki are reminiscing about old times while looking at photos from their school days.
以前
いぜん
in the past
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Memory Hook
Think of 'before' as 'in the past.' Imagine a clock showing '1:00' (いちじ ichiji) and saying 'before that time' — いちじ (ichiji) sounds like the start of 以前 (izen, 'in the past').
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, 『以前』 (izen) is commonly used to refer to past events or periods, such as in historical contexts or when discussing personal experiences. It's often seen in formal writing or news reports.
Forms
Base: 以前Base noun form meaning 'before' or 'in the past.' Used to indicate a time prior to a reference point, often in formal or written language.