Unit 9.2
Before as Conjunction
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Introduction
Conjunctions are words that function as a link between clauses in sentences.
Before is used as a conjunction used to refer to the order of actions in a sentence.
Form
Before connects clauses in a sentence and belongs to the conjunctions of time.
It can have two different positions:
Before + clause 1 + , + clause 2;
Clause 1 + before + clause 2.
NOTE: When we talk about future events, we should use the present tense after before.
Example
- Before you set the table, get the plates out.
- Before you start cooking, wash the pumpkin.
- Before they come back home, they will buy some peas.
- Fix your hair before you go out.
- Talk to her before it’s too late.
- Let’s eat before we go.
Use
Summary
We can use before as a conjunction to refer to the order of actions in a sentence.
We start with the word before followed by a clause, a comma and another clause. We can also start with a clause followed by the word before and another clause (we do not use a comma here).
For example:
— “Before you eat it, wash the fruit.” / “Wash the fruit before you eat it.” = First you need to wash the fruit and then eat it.
Let’s revise this content within the {Form} section. Take a look at the {Example} section that shows its use within a context.
Exercises
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