frühzeitig
Translation
early, premature, untimely
Examples
Wir brauchen einen frühzeitigen Termin.
We need an early appointment.
Dank der frühzeitigen Warnung waren alle sicher.
Thanks to the early warning, everyone was safe.
Grammar Patterns
((Adjective)) + Noun (modifies a noun) An early onset of winter surprised everyone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vorzeitig, früh; Antonyms: spät, verspätet
Etymology
Composed of 'früh' (early) + 'Zeit' (time) + '-ig' (adjective suffix). Literally means 'early-time-ly'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'early time'. Something that happens at an early time is 'frühzeitig'.