Delantera (en. Front)

/de.la.ˈnte.ɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Front part of a vehicle or structure.
The front of the car suffered a significant impact.
La delantera del coche sufrió un gran impacto.
In sports, the position of the most advanced players on the field.
The forward of the team scored three goals in the match.
El delantero del equipo marcó tres goles en el partido.
Group of people leading an action or cause.
The front of the social movement was very active in the protests.
La delantera del movimiento social fue muy activa en las protestas.

Etymology

Front + -era.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Lead in the competition
The position occupied by a team or competitor in first place.
delantera de la competición
Lead in technology
To be pioneers or leaders in technological advances.
delantera en tecnología
To be in the lead
To be ahead in an action or in a race.
estar en la delantera

Related Words

In front
Previous position to something.
delante
Forward
That is in the front part or plays in a forward position.
delantero
To overtake
To pass something or someone in a race or position.
adelantar

Slang Meanings

Front (in the context of fashion)
That blouse has a very unique front.
Esa blusa tiene una delantera muy original.
Front (referring to physical attributes)
She has an impressive front.
Ella tiene una delantera impresionante.