JLPT N5 Beginner
この前
The other day; the last time
Readings
Other forms
此の前 rare kanji form
1 Adverb, Noun
The other day" / "Recently
Describes a vague timeframe in the recent past, typically ranging from a few days to a few weeks ago.
Example
この前 、 道 で 田中さん に 会い ました よ 。
I ran into Tanaka-san on the street the other day.
3 more examples in the
mobile app
2 Noun (used with の)
The last time" / "The previous...
Identifies the most recent instance of a recurring event or a specific past occasion.
Usage notes & examples
available in the
mobile app