Usages of antes de que
Antes de que lleguen mis padres, debería preparar la mesa para que todo esté listo.
Before my parents arrive, I should set the table so that everything is ready.
Cierra la puerta antes de que empiece la lluvia, por si acaso.
Close the door before the rain starts, just in case.
Vale, nos vemos en el bar antes de que empiece el concierto.
Okay, see you at the bar before the concert starts.
La cajera me explicó la comisión antes de que yo firmara.
The cashier explained the fee to me before I signed.
El timbre está roto, así que envíame un mensaje antes de que llegues.
The doorbell is broken, so send me a message before you arrive.
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