L’avant (en. The front)

/lavɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The front part of an object or a surface.
The front of the car was damaged in the accident.
L'avant de la voiture a été endommagé dans l'accident.
The position or place of something in relation to other elements.
He took the front of the stage to speak to the audience.
Il a pris l'avant de la scène pour parler au public.
The beginning or commencement of an event.
At the front of the evening, everything seemed perfect.
À l'avant de la soirée, tout semblait parfait.

Etymology

From Old French 'avant', meaning in front, forward.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Move forward
To progress, to advance despite obstacles.
aller de l'avant
Beyond the front
Beyond first impressions or appearances.
au-delà de l'avant
Emphasize the front
Focus attention on the beginning or the frontal aspect.
mettre l'accent sur l'avant

Related Words

The back
The part located behind.
l'arrière
The side
The lateral part of an object.
le côté
The impact
Effect or influence on something.
l'impact

Slang Meanings

To step forward in a matter or a group.
She is always at the front to take the lead in discussions.
Elle est toujours à l'avant pour prendre les devants dans les discussions.
To make noise or attract attention.
He made a show to ensure everyone noticed him at the party.
Il a fait l'avant pour que tout le monde le remarque lors de la fête.