原来 (yuán lái): Originally (Adverb, Adjective) — Meaning & Stroke Order

I originally planned to go hiking this weekend, but there was a last-minute work arrangement.

Weren't you originally planning to study law? Why did you change your mind?

He was originally not good at public speaking, but made significant progress after training.

I originally thought this project was simple, but later found it requires a lot of professional knowledge.