B2verbformalacademiclanguage
US/prɪˈsiːd/
UK/prɪˈsiːd/
to happen or come before something else in time, order or position
In context
The storm was preceded by several days of strange, still weather.
In English, adjectives usually precede the noun they describe.
The concert was preceded by a short speech from the mayor.
Words that go with precede
verb + preposition
- preceded byEach lesson is preceded by a short quiz.
adverb + verb
- immediately precedeThe weeks that immediately precede Tet are the busiest for shops.
- usually precedeDark clouds usually precede heavy rain.
verb + noun
- precede the nounIn Vietnamese, adjectives don't precede the noun.
noun + noun
- years precedingIn the years preceding the war, many families left the city.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Please precede to gate 5.Correct: Please proceed to gate 5.