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生前

HSK 7-9

shēngqián

during one's lifetime

Explanation

while living

Examples

他生前是个著名的作家。

tā shēngqián shì gè zhùmínɡ de zuòjiā

He was a famous writer during his lifetime.

她生前去过很多国家。

tā shēngqián qùguò hěnduō guójiā

She visited many countries during her lifetime.