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pre-train vs pretrain

Both "pre-train" and "pretrain" are correct, but the more commonly used and accepted form is "pretrain." The hyphenated form is less common in modern usage.

Last updated: March 30, 2024 • 4723 views

pre-train

This is a correct construction but less commonly used in modern English.

The hyphenated form "pre-train" is used to indicate that something is being trained before the main training process.
  • These pre-arranged train paths shall be allocated first to freight trains which cross at least one border.
  • Among these pre-arranged train paths, in accordance with the capacity available, there shall be a number of facilitated freight paths.
  • The infrastructure managers of several freight corridors may, if necessary, coordinate international pre-arranged train paths offering capacity on the freight corridors concerned.
  • For DC lines the cross-section of contact wires is not sufficient to comply with the TSI requirements for current at standstill in stations or in areas where trains are pre-heated.
  • pre-heating of passenger trains;

Alternatives:

  • pre-train before the actual training session

pretrain

This is the more commonly used and accepted form in modern English.

"Pretrain" is used to indicate training that occurs before the main training process.

Alternatives:

  • pretrain the employees before the project starts

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