之前 (zhī qián): Before (Noun) — Meaning & Stroke Order

Please send me the report before the meeting starts.

You must submit the report by tomorrow.

Please carefully check all the data before submitting the report.

Before making a decision, we need to collect accurate data.

Before making a decision, we need to carefully consider all possible outcomes.

Please read all the terms carefully before signing the contract.

Before discussing this issue, we need to understand its historical background.

No wonder he knows this project inside out, it turns out he was involved in similar research and development work before.

Before starting, it's best to think through the plan clearly.