antes
before, previously, earlier
Beginner Adverb
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Pronunciation
/ˈan.tes/
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Cultural Note
Antes de + infinitive (before doing something) and antes de que + subjunctive (before someone does something) are essential structures. The phrase 'cuanto antes' means 'as soon as possible' and is used frequently in both casual and professional settings.
📝 Example Sentences
Antes de ti, no sabía lo que era el amor.
Before you, I didn't know what love was.
Llega antes de las ocho.
Arrive before eight o'clock.