before in French
before in French is avant, avant que, devant — before means earlier than a particular time or event.
before in French
avant
At an earlier time.
avant que
In advance of the time when.
avant
In advance of the time when.
avant que
(informal) Rather or sooner than.
avant
Earlier than (in time).
avant que
Earlier than (in time).
devant
In front of in space.
avant
In front of in space.
avant
What does "before" mean?
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preposition Earlier than a particular time or event.
"We arrived before the doors even opened."
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preposition In front of, in space or in the presence of someone.
"He stood before the judge to hear the verdict."
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adverb At an earlier time; previously.
"I've seen this movie before."
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conjunction Earlier than the time when something happens.
"Lock the door before you leave."
before in a sentence
- We arrived before the doors even opened.
- Please finish your homework before dinner.
- He stood before the judge to hear the verdict.
- I've seen this movie before.
Similar words in French
Common French translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "before" in French?
"before" in French is avant, avant que, devant. before means: Earlier than a particular time or event.
How do you use "before" in a sentence?
Example: "We arrived before the doors even opened." In French, "before" is avant, avant que, devant.
Are there other ways to say "before" in French?
Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "before": avant, avant que, devant.
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