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How to pronounce“before”in English

IPA/bɪˈfoɹ/

Syllablesbe·fore

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Definitions of “before”

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preposition

Earlier than (in time).

“I want this done before Monday.”

Synonyms:by no later than previous to prior to

preposition

In front of in space.

“He stood before me.”

Synonyms:ahead of in front of

adverb

At an earlier time.

“I've never done this before.”

Synonyms:previously

adverb

In advance in position or sequence; ahead.

“We walked behind while they went before.”

Synonyms:ahead

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