vorneweg
Translation
ahead, in front, in advance, first of all
Examples
Der Radfahrer fuhr dem Feld vorneweg.
The cyclist rode ahead of the pack.
Um es gleich vorneweg zu sagen: Das wird nicht einfach.
To say it right from the start: This won't be easy.
Schick die Koffer schon mal vorneweg.
Send the suitcases on ahead.
Grammar Patterns
vorneweg + ((verb)) to be/go ahead The runner ran ahead. Der Läufer rannte vorneweg.
sth. vorneweg + ((verb)) to say/do sth. in advance I want to say something in advance. Ich möchte etwas vorneweg sagen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ahead, at the front, in advance; Antonyms: behind, afterwards
Etymology
A combination of 'vorne' (in front) and 'weg' (away). Literally 'away in front'.
Memory Tips
Picture someone walking 'vorne' (in front) and going 'weg' (away) from the group. They are 'vorneweg'.