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beforehand

adjective adverb

being ahead of time or need

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Word Facts

Word length
10
Starts with
B
Ends with
D
Contains
EF
Scrabble score
19
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

bɪˈfɔːhænd

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. being ahead of time or need

    “gave advance warning”

adverb

  1. ahead of time; in anticipation

    “when you pay ahead (or in advance) you receive a discount”

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Example Sentences

gave advance warning
was beforehand with her report
when you pay ahead (or in advance) you receive a discount
We like to plan ahead
should have made reservations beforehand

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