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English - Spanish
Previous
ˈpriviəs
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
anterior, previo, anteriores
Previous meanings in Spanish
anterior
Example:
I met him in a previous meeting.
Lo conocí en una reunión anterior.
Please refer to the previous chapter for more information.
Por favor, consulte el capítulo anterior para más información.
Usage: formalContext: Referring to something that occurred or existed before the present time or situation.
Note: The most common translation of 'previous' in Spanish.
previo
Example:
We need to complete the previous steps before moving on.
Tenemos que completar los pasos previos antes de continuar.
She provided a summary of the previous discussions.
Ella proporcionó un resumen de las discusiones previas.
Usage: formalContext: Describing something that comes before or is done in preparation for something else.
Note: Used in formal contexts to indicate something that precedes another event or action.
anteriores
Example:
He was reviewing his previous work to prepare for the presentation.
Estaba revisando sus trabajos anteriores para prepararse para la presentación.
The store was closed due to the previous holidays.
La tienda estaba cerrada debido a las fiestas anteriores.
Usage: formalContext: Referring to multiple things or events that happened before the current one.
Note: Plural form used to indicate more than one prior event or situation.
Previous's synonyms
prior
Prior means existing or occurring before in time or order.
Example: Please review the prior chapter before starting this one.
Note: Prior is more formal and often used in written or professional contexts.
former
Former refers to something that came before or was in a previous state.
Example: She met her former boss at the conference.
Note: Former is commonly used to refer to a person or thing that held a particular position or status in the past.
last
Last refers to the most recent or final one in a series or sequence.
Example: In the last meeting, we discussed the budget for the upcoming project.
Note: Last can also imply finality or conclusion in addition to being before the current.
Previous expressions, common phrases
In the past
Refers to a time before the present moment.
Example: I have been to Paris in the past.
Note: Slightly more general than 'previous', can refer to any time in the past.
Beforehand
Refers to doing something in advance or prior to a specific time.
Example: She had studied the material beforehand.
Note: Emphasizes preparation or action taken before a particular event.
Earlier on
Refers to a time earlier than the current moment or a specific point in time.
Example: She had met him earlier on in the day.
Note: Indicates a relative comparison to the present or a specific time.
Prior to
Means before a particular time or event.
Example: They discussed the matter prior to the meeting.
Note: Formal term often used in written or professional contexts to indicate a time before a specific point.
Preceding
Refers to something that comes before or precedes another thing.
Example: The preceding chapter provides background information.
Note: Commonly used in written or formal contexts to indicate something that comes before another in a sequence.
Formerly
Refers to a previous time or state.
Example: She was formerly a member of the committee.
Note: Emphasizes a past status, position, or condition of something or someone.
Antecedent to
Means preceding in time or order.
Example: The events that occurred antecedent to the war shaped its outcome.
Note: A formal expression used to indicate something that comes before or precedes another event or action.
Previous everyday (slang) expressions
Earlier
'Earlier' is often used informally in spoken language to refer to something that occurred before a specific point in time or before an expected time.
Example: He left earlier than expected.
Note: 'Earlier' is used conversationally to indicate a time before a specific point, whereas 'previous' has a broader application to any preceding occurrence.
Past
In spoken English, 'past' is used to refer to any time before the present, including previous actions, events, or discussions.
Example: She mentioned it in the past discussion.
Note: While 'previous' is more neutral in tone, 'past' is often used informally and broadly to refer to any time before the present.
Old
'Old' is commonly used informally in spoken language to refer to something that existed or occurred before a recent change or upgrade.
Example: I used to own an old car before buying a new one.
Note: 'Old' is more casual and colloquial compared to 'previous', which has a more formal connotation.
Previous - Examples
Previous experience is required for this job.
Se requiere experiencia previa para este trabajo.
The previous owner of the house left some furniture behind.
El propietario anterior de la casa dejó algunos muebles.
Please read the previous chapter before starting this one.
Por favor, lee el capítulo anterior antes de comenzar este.
Previous grammar
Previous - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: previous
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): previous
Syllables, Separation and Stress
previous Contains 3 syllables: pre • vi • ous
Phonetic transcription: ˈprē-vē-əs
pre vi ous , ˈprē vē əs (The red syllable is stressed)
Previous - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
previous: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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