Antes
Example: Antes de salir, revisa que tengas todo lo necesario.
Definition
"Antes" is an adverb used to indicate that something happens earlier in time or prior to a specific event. For example, in the phrase 'Antes de salir,' it means 'before leaving,' emphasizing the sequence of actions.
Etymology
The word "antes" comes from the Latin word 'ante,' meaning 'before.' Over time, it evolved in Spanish to serve as an adverb indicating precedence in time or order. Did you know? The root 'ante' is also found in English words like 'antecedent' and 'antebellum,' both relating to 'before' in time.
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"Antes" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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