How to Pronounce "run before"
expression
ˈɹən/ /ˌbiˈfɔɹ/, /bɪˈfɔɹ
RUN bi-FOR
ɹˈʌn/ /bɪfˈɔː
run bi-FAW
Definition
To try doing something advanced or difficult before having the basic skills or preparation for it; from the saying "don’t run before you can walk."
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /ˌbiˈfɔɹ/, /bɪˈfɔɹ
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /bɪfˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN bi-FOR
UK
run bi-FAW
Listen in Context
You shouldn't run before you can walk.
If you run before you are ready, you might fail.
He tried to run before learning the basics.
Don’t try to run before you know what you’re doing.