前例
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Noun meaning 'precedent' or 'previous example'. Used in formal contexts like law, business, or traditions to refer to established cases that serve as a guide for future actions. Example: 『前例がない』 (zenrei ga nai, 'there is no precedent').
Theme
In a university study group, Aiko and User are preparing for a presentation and discussing past cases.
前例
ぜんれい
precedent
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'precedent' as a 'front example' — 『前』 (mae, 'front') + 『例』 (rei, 'example') = 前例 (zenrei, 'precedent'). Think of it as the example that comes before others.
Cultural Note
In Japanese society, 『前例』 (zenrei, 'precedent') is highly valued in business and legal contexts, often guiding decisions to maintain harmony and avoid risks. It's common to hear phrases like 『前例に従う』 (zenrei ni shitagau, 'follow precedent').
Forms
Base: 前例Noun meaning 'precedent' or 'previous example'. Used in formal contexts like law, business, or traditions to refer to established cases that serve as a guide for future actions. Example: 『前例がない』 (zenrei ga nai, 'there is no precedent').