Place an action before a reference event.

The idea

Previamente means previously or beforehand, relative to another action or point in time.

Examples

  • El equipo había ensayado previamente la presentación.The team had rehearsed the presentation beforehand.
  • La biblioteca exige reservar previamente una mesa.The library requires a table to be reserved in advance.
  • Habíamos acordado previamente el precio del alquiler.We had previously agreed on the rental price.
  • La cocinera lavó previamente las verduras.The cook washed the vegetables beforehand.
  • El puente había sufrido daños previamente.The bridge had previously suffered damage.
  • Consulten previamente el horario del museo.Check the museum opening hours beforehand.

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Watch out

Do not confuse previamente with actualmente: the latter refers to the present.

Try it yourself

  1. Complete with the adverb meaning beforehand: Reservaron la sala antes de llegar: la reservaron ___.

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    previamente

    previamente: The reservation comes before arrival.

  2. Complete with the adverb meaning beforehand: Firmó el contrato antes de enviarlo: lo firmó ___.

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    previamente

    previamente: The signature precedes sending.

  3. Complete with the adverb meaning beforehand: Revisen el local antes de abrir: revísenlo ___.

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    previamente

    previamente: The inspection happens before opening.

Use it today

Describe a preparation made before a trip.