How to use 'Before'
Before means earlier than a particular time or event.It can be used as a preposition, conjunction, or adverb.
📍 Placement of Before in Sentences with Explanation
1. As a Preposition (before + noun/pronoun)
🔮I finished my homework before dinner.
Explanation: Before shows the action (finishing homework) happened earlier than dinner.
2. As a Conjunction (before + clause)
🔮Wash your hands before you eat.
Explanation: Before connects two clauses and shows the order of actions.
3. As an Adverb (standing alone)
🔮I have seen him somewhere before.
Explanation: Before acts like an adverb meaning “earlier.”
4. At the Beginning of a Sentence (for emphasis)
🔮Before you leave, please switch off the lights.
Explanation: Before introduces a condition that must happen earlier.
⚡ Quick Structure Guide:
Action + before + noun/pronoun
Action + before + subject + verb
Subject + verb + before (adverb use)
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