Translation
before, previously, earlier
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Word origin
From Vulgar Latin antius, based on Latin ante ('before') with an adverbial ending. It shares its root with English 'antecedent' and 'anterior'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- ante
- English cognates
- antecedent, anterior
Examples
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You have to finish your homework before going out.
Barcelona, Madrid.
I used to live in Barcelona, now in Madrid.
Llamame , .
Call me before arriving, please.
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Before I used to drink coffee, now I prefer tea.
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The sooner you start, the sooner you will finish the work.
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This word is taught in chapter 4, lesson 3: antes, ahí, conocer and 6 more words.