former
01
元, 前の
(of a person) having filled a specific status or position in an earlier period
例
The former president of the company retired last year.
その会社の元社長は昨年退職しました。
02
前者, 以前の
referring to the first of two things mentioned
例
After considering two internship offers, he decided to pursue the former opportunity as it offered more hands-on experience.
2つのインターンシップのオファーを検討した後、彼はより実践的な経験を提供していたため、前者の機会を追求することに決めました。
例
She reflected on her former life before becoming a successful entrepreneur.
彼女は成功した起業家になる前に、自分の以前の人生について考えた。
the former
01
前者, その
the first of two people, things, or groups previously mentioned
例
Between the doctor and the lawyer, I would trust the former more for medical advice.
医者と弁護士の間で、医療アドバイスについては前者をより信頼します。
