Meaning & Definition of Beforehand in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: In anticipation or preparatory to an event.

  Example Sentence: She booked the tickets beforehand to avoid last-minute hassles.

• Definition: Prior to a specified time.

  Example Sentence: It's advisable to plan your schedule beforehand.

• Definition: In advance of a particular event.

  Example Sentence: Make sure to inform him beforehand about the changes.

Etymology

Origin: Old English 'foran' + 'hand', meaning 'in front of' or 'before'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• do something beforehand: To complete an action prior to another.
• prepare beforehand: To get ready for something in advance.
• notify beforehand: To inform someone prior to an event.

Translations

• Spanish: de antemano

• French: à l'avance

• German: im Voraus

• Russian: заранее

Related Words

• advance: To move forward or make progress.

• prior: Existing or occurring before something else.

• anticipate: To expect or predict something.

Slang Meanings of beforehand

• Meaning: Ahead of the game

  Example Sentence: If you plan your trip ahead of the game, everything will go smoothly.

• Meaning: On the ball

  Example Sentence: She is always on the ball, making sure everything is handled beforehand.