ahead of time

• Expressão idiomática que significa antes do tempo esperado, planejado ou necessário; antecipadamente.

An idiomatic expression meaning earlier than expected, scheduled, or necessary; in advance.

1. Before the scheduled timeB1formal

   Earlier than the expected or planned time.

   Antes do prazo

   • She finished her work ahead of time.
   • The train arrived ahead of time.
   • We need to prepare the documents ahead of time.

2. In advanceB1formal

   Done or prepared before something happens.

   Com antecedência

   • Please let me know ahead of time if you can't come.
   • He booked the tickets ahead of time to avoid the rush.
   • The team planned the event ahead of time.