Hello. Please help me with the language problem.

Do you think it's possible to use "before" in the following context:
"The kids will not calm down before I buy this toy"?
Thank you very much for help.

The word "until" is better in this context.

It's not clear what you mean here.

Do you mean that the children will stop being unruly only after you buy the toy?

Do you mean that buying the toy has nothing to do with their calming down?

Context usually includes several sentences, often the full paragraph. Please give us more context, and we can help you better with your vocabulary choices.

Hello! Yes, it is definitely possible to use "before" in that context. "Before" can be used to indicate that something will not happen until a certain event or action occurs. In the sentence you provided, "The kids will not calm down before I buy this toy," it suggests that the kids will only calm down after you buy the toy.

If you're still unsure and want to double-check the usage of "before," you can consult a reliable dictionary or grammar resource. There are numerous online dictionaries, such as Merriam-Webster or Oxford English Dictionary, that provide detailed explanations and examples of word usage. Alternatively, you can refer to a grammar guide or an English language learning book, as they often cover common usage patterns and provide examples to illustrate how certain words or phrases are used in context.