Definition of "before"
Kid-friendly meaning of before, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "before" mean?
before (preposition) — earlier than something else.
Example sentences using "before"
Grade K–2
Wash before dinner.
Grade 3–5
He always brushed his teeth before bed, even on nights he was completely exhausted.
Grade 6–8
Long before written language existed, humans passed down knowledge through spoken stories, which is why oral storytelling traditions in many cultures preserve facts and lessons remarkably.
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