former

/ˈfɔrmər/

the first of two or the first mentioned of two

中文释义：前者

Between coffee and tea, I prefer the former for its stronger taste.

在咖啡和茶之间，我更喜欢前者，因为它的味道更浓。

The former is more expensive, but the latter lasts longer.

前者更贵，但后者更耐用。