Used in casual texts to indicate an event will happen prior to another.
Literal Meaning
Prior in time; earlier than
Actual Meaning
Before
Examples in Context
'Call me b4 you leave.' (Translation: Before)
Helpful Tips
1Simple shorthand
2Quick texting
3May seem dated
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
prior
previously
ahead of
Related Phrases
Click to explore related phrases in our collection
It is what it is
For visibility
Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information
We won't sell or share your personal information to inform the ads you see. You may still see interest-based ads if your information is sold or shared by other companies or was sold or shared previously.