Definitions
n. Something that happens before and introduces a more important event.
序幕；前奏
n. A short musical piece, often introducing a longer work.
前奏曲
Example
Our short walk was a prelude to a lovely picnic.
我们先散了会儿步，随后享受了一次愉快的野餐。
Investment in reliable internet infrastructure is often a prelude to broader economic development in rural regions.
投资建设可靠的互联网基础设施，往往是农村地区实现更广泛经济发展的序幕。
Collocations
- a prelude to
- a piano prelude
- a brief prelude
Synonyms
- introduction
- opening
Usage tip
常用a prelude to，to后接名词或动名词。
FAQ
- What does prelude mean?
- Something that happens before and introduces a more important event. A short musical piece, often introducing a longer work.
- How is prelude pronounced?
- UK /ˈpreljuːd/, US /ˈpreljuːd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
