前方

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まえかた
Frequency:
1

Dated usage meaning 'before' or 'previously' (archaic; uncommon in modern Japanese).

AdverbNounDated Term

Examples

前方申した通り、この計画には問題がある。

As stated earlier, there are problems with this plan.

その件については前方述べたとおりだ。

Regarding that matter, it's as I mentioned before.

2

The front or ahead (spatial direction). Used to indicate what is in front or ahead.

NounDated Term

Examples

前方の信号が赤になったら止まってください。

Stop when the traffic light ahead turns red.

前方に大きなトラックが見える。

I can see a large truck ahead.

3

Dated quasi-adjectival sense meaning immature or unsophisticated (rare in modern use).

Na-AdjectiveDated Term

Examples

彼の意見は前方で、経験不足が感じられる。

His opinion is immature; you can sense a lack of experience.

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