N2
せんこう (senkō)
先行
preceding; going first; prior
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Can be used as a noun (先行) or as part of a verb (先行する). It often implies being ahead in time, development, or action, setting a precedent or trend. Often seen in contexts like '先行販売' (pre-sale) or '先行研究' (prior research).
📝 Example Sentences
この商品は一般発売に先行して、オンラインで予約が開始された。
Reservations for this product started online, preceding its general release.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "先行"!
新しい技術の開発には、多くの_______投資が必要だ。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「先行投資」は、将来の利益のために事前に行う投資を意味します。
English: 「先行投資」 (senkō tōshi) refers to an investment made in advance for future profit.
English: 「先行投資」 (senkō tōshi) refers to an investment made in advance for future profit.
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