In the phrase 'the day before', the word 'before' is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In the phrase 'the day before', the word 'before' is:

A. an adjective

B. a preposition

C. an adverb

D. a conjunction

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Here, 'before' modifies the noun phrase 'the day' by indicating time, functioning as an adverb.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs

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