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previamente

pre-byah-MEN-teh/pɾeˈβjaˈmente/

“previamente” means “previously” in Spanish (referring to a time or event that happened before the current one).

previously

Also: beforehand, prior
A row of three flower pots: the first shows a small seed in soil, the second a sprout, and the third a blooming flower.

📝 In Action

Debes leer las instrucciones previamente.

A2

You must read the instructions beforehand.

Como se mencionó previamente, la reunión fue cancelada.

B1

As previously mentioned, the meeting was canceled.

El sospechoso había sido arrestado previamente.

B2

The suspect had been previously arrested.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • antes (before)
  • anticipadamente (in advance)
  • de antemano (beforehand)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • mencionado previamente – previously mentioned
  • acordado previamente – previously agreed upon
  • establecido previamente – previously established

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "previamente" in Spanish:

beforehand→previously→prior→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: previamente

Question 1 of 1

Which of these is the best formal way to say 'as mentioned before'?

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📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'praevius', which combines 'prae' (before) and 'via' (way or path). It literally means 'going before on the way'.

First recorded: 15th Century

Cognates (Related words)

English: previouslyFrench: préalablement

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use 'previamente' in casual conversation?

Yes, you can, but it might sound a bit 'stiff' or formal. In a casual chat with friends, people usually prefer the word 'antes'.

Does 'previamente' change if the subject is feminine?

No. Adverbs (words that describe how or when an action happens) in Spanish never change their form based on gender or number.