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素昔

Word · AdverbTraditional夙昔

formerly; usually; in the past

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Meanings

2 senses · 5 examples
1.

adverb

usually; habitually; for a long time

literary

Indicates a state or habit that has existed for a long time. Often used in written or formal contexts to describe long-standing relationships or situations.

Tā他
men们
sù夙
xī昔
bù不
xiāng相
wǎng往
lái来
 。

They have never been in the habit of associating with each other.

Sù夙
xī昔
zhī之
yuàn怨
 ，
jīn今
rì日
dé得
bào报
 。

A grudge held since long ago is finally avenged today.

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Sù夙
xī昔
hǎo好
yǒu友
 ，
rú如
jīn今
fǎn反
mù目
 。

Formerly close friends are now estranged.

2.

adverb

formerly; in former times; in the past

literary

Refers to a time period in the past. Often used in nostalgic or historical contexts.

Zhuī追
yì忆
sù夙
xī昔
 ，
bù不
shèng胜
gǎn感
kǎi慨
 。

Recalling the past, one cannot help but feel overwhelmed with emotion.

Sù夙
xī昔
zhī之
shì事
 ，
bù不
bì必
zài再
tí提
 。

Things of the past need not be brought up again.