1.
preface; foreword; introduction
An introductory section at the beginning of a book or document, typically written by the author to explain the purpose, scope, or background of the work.
前書きを読む。
To read the preface.
この本の前書きは著者が書いた。
The author wrote this book's preface.
前書きには、この研究の目的と背景が書かれている。
The preface describes the purpose and background of this research.
USAGE:
A compound of 前 (before, front) + 書き (writing). Refers specifically to the introductory text that precedes the main content of a book or document.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 前書きを書く (to write a preface)
- 前書きに述べる (to state in the preface)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 序文: a more formal term for a preface or introduction, often used for academic or literary works
- 後書き: afterword — the concluding remarks at the end of a book
Related Words
Synonym:
序文 (more formal)