Learning language
Translation language
preposition · A1 · very often · UK/US
before
before
Meaning of before
English
earlier than something
Deutsch
zeitlich früher als etwas
Pronunciation
British English
/bɪˈfɔː/
American English
/bɪˈfɔr/
before with German translation
before usage examples
🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German
I'll come shortly before the meal.
Ich komme kurz vor dem Essen.
🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German
Before class, I drink coffee.
Vor dem Unterricht trinke ich Kaffee.
before synonyms
Related word breakdowns
What's the difference between before, prior to, ahead of, and by
P
🇬🇧English
prior to
Formal.
B1often
ENPrior to the meeting, please read the report.
A
🇬🇧English
ahead of
Before an event, often with preparation.
B1often
ENShe finished ahead of the other runners.
Advanced: broader words
ENPlease finish the work by Monday.
Related words and lists for before
Questions about this word
What does before mean?
earlier than something
How do you pronounce before?
before is pronounced /bɪˈfɔː/.
How is before used in a sentence?
Ich komme kurz vor dem Essen. Translation: I'll come shortly before the meal.
Audio practiceExamplesSmart repeats
Learn before in your vocabulary
Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.