directional, punctuation · the area in front of something or in someone's immediate presence

孩子跑到妈妈跟前，向她要糖吃。

directional · the period of time immediately preceding a specific date or event

眼看就要到春节跟前了，街上越来越热闹。

directional · at one's side or living with one (especially regarding children or parents)

他希望能把父母留在跟前照顾。