以前
Characters in This Word
Definitions
- before
- formerly
- previous
- ago
Example Sentences
我以前住在这里。
Wǒ yǐqián zhù zài zhèlǐ
I used to live here
Related Words
HSK levels
- New HSK exam
- HSK 3
- HSK 2.0
- HSK 3
- HSK Lord study list
- HSK 2 list
以前: HSK 3 on both the old and the new exam. 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 3 exam
Studying for HSK 3? Keep 以前 with the rest of your level.
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Reviewed by RJ Murray, Founder, HSK Lord.