手前

てまえ

[temae]

Meanings

1.Noun

before oneself; in front of one; nearby

2.Noun

a bit before reaching (a location); this side (of a location)

3.Noun

one's standpoint; one's appearance; face; honour

4.Noun

skill; dexterity; artistry; ingenuity

5.Noun

tea-ceremony procedures

6.Pronoun

I; me

7.Pronoun

you

目的地の駅の一つ手前で車を降りて歩いた。

I got off the car one station before the destination and walked.

約束した手前、今さら断れなくなってしまった。

Since I had promised, I couldn't refuse.

橋の手前を左に曲がってください。

Please turn left just before the bridge.