How to Pronounce "beforehand"
word
/bɪˈfɔɹˌhænd/
bi-FOR-hand
/bɪfˈɔːhænd/
bif-AW-hand
Definition
Beforehand means before a particular time or event; in advance.
IPA Transcription
American English
/bɪˈfɔɹˌhænd/
British English
/bɪfˈɔːhænd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bi-FOR-hand
UK
bif-AW-hand
Listen in Context
Please let me know beforehand if you plan to come.
We finished our homework beforehand so we could relax.
The tickets must be purchased beforehand.
I wish you had told me beforehand about the change of plans.