从前
cóngqián
previously; formerly
In a story
据说，这条河从前清得能看见河底的石头。It was said that this river had once been so clear you could see the stones on its bed.归乡 · Homecoming · HSK 6
林静打开门的时候，屋里的味道还和从前一样。When Lin Jing opened the door, the flat smelled exactly as it always had.父亲的屋子 · Father's Rooms · HSK 6
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