之前
Characters in This Word
Definitions
- before
- prior to
- ago
- previously
- beforehand
Example Sentences
考试之前要复习。
Kǎoshì zhīqián yào fùxí
Review before the exam
Related Words
HSK levels
- New HSK exam
- HSK 4
- HSK 2.0
- Not listed
- HSK Lord study list
- HSK 4 list
之前: New to the HSK lists at HSK 4. See where your old level lands
New exam levels follow the CLEC syllabus released 15 November 2025. The first official sitting is announced for 13 December 2026. HSK 7-9 is one advanced band.
On the new HSK 4 exam
Studying for HSK 4? Keep 之前 with the rest of your level.
HSK Lord schedules your reviews so each word comes back right before you would forget it. Free to start, and it picks up where you are.
Frequently Asked Questions
Reviewed by RJ Murray, Founder, HSK Lord.