What does before mean?

Earlier than a particular time or event. Earlier than the time when something happens. At an earlier time.

How is before pronounced?

UK /bɪˈfɔː/, US /bɪˈfɔːr/.

/bɪˈfɔː/ · /bɪˈfɔːr/

CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #266 in the learning path

在……之前

prep. Earlier than a particular time or event.

在……之前

conj. Earlier than the time when something happens.

在……以前

adv. At an earlier time.

以前；先前

Please put your shoes by the door before dinner.

请在晚饭前把鞋放到门边。

Before introducing new transport policies, local authorities should consult residents about their daily travel needs.

地方政府在推出新的交通政策之前，应就居民的日常出行需求征求意见。

时间从句表将来时，before后通常用一般现在时。

What does before mean?: Earlier than a particular time or event. Earlier than the time when something happens. At an earlier time.
How is before pronounced?: UK /bɪˈfɔː/, US /bɪˈfɔːr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.