Pronunciation

/bɪˈfɔːr/

Definitions

• Adverb: In front of or preceding something in time, space, or order. For example: “The store is located before the bridge.”
• Preposition: Used to indicate position or relationship with respect to something else. For example: “She placed the book before her on the table.”
• Conjunction: Used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that show time, sequence, or condition. For example: “I’ll meet you before the movie starts.”

Phrases

• “Beforehand” indicates something done in advance.
• “In front of” describes the spatial arrangement.
• “Before long” means soon or shortly afterward.

Example Sentences

• Adverb: “We need to finish the project before the deadline.”
• Preposition: “She left her keys before going out.”
• Conjunction: “I’ll call you before I arrive at the meeting.”

Synonyms

• Ahead of
• Prior to
• Antecedently
• Previously -前置地 (in Chinese)