Predtým
Predtým is a Slovak adverb meaning “before” or “previously.” It indicates a time that occurred earlier than another event or moment and is commonly used to relate actions in a sequence. In narrative and exposition, predtým helps anchor the order of events and reference points in time.
Predtým can introduce subordinate clauses with predtým ako or predtým než, and it can also stand alone
Etymology and cognates: predtým is a native Slovak formation built from the prefix pred- meaning “before” and
Usage notes: Predtým is versatile in both formal and informal Slovak. It contrasts with more general terms
See also: temporal adverbs in Slovak; pred- prefix in Slavic languages; comparison with Czech předtím.