This is the 1559th most frequent Chinese word.
前面
"Front" or "in front."
In this sentence, "前面" is used to indicate a location or position, specifically 'ahead' or 'in front of something nearby.'
前面有一家咖啡馆,我们可以在那里休息一下。
There's a café ahead where we can take a break.
Here, "前面" refers to 'upcoming,' denoting upcoming stages or work left to be done in a process or sequence.
在完成这个项目之前,我们还有很多工作要做在前面。
Before completing this project, we have a lot of work to do ahead.
In this context, "前面" signifies 'previously' or 'earlier,' referencing an earlier time or stage for comparison purposes.