Delantero (en. Front)
/de.lanˈte.ro/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Football player who occupies an offensive position, responsible for scoring goals.
The team's forward scored two goals in the match.
El delantero del equipo marcó dos goles en el partido.
Person who is positioned at the front of a group or line.
The forward of the march leads all participants.
El delantero de la marcha lidera a todos los participantes.
Vehicle or part of a vehicle that is found at the front.
The front of the car has an aerodynamic design.
El delantero del coche tiene un diseño aerodinámico.
Etymology
From the verb 'delantar' which means to advance or go forward.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Center forward
Specific position in football that is located in the center of the front line.
delantero centro
Substitute forward
Player who is on the bench and can enter to play in the forward position.
delantero suplente
To be a forward
Refers to being someone who leads or is in front of a group or situation.
ser un delantero
Related Words
Defensive
That defends or is involved in protection.
defensivo
Attacker
That attacks or is in a position to attack.
atacante
Midfielder
Player who plays in the middle of the field, between defenders and forwards.
mediocampista
Slang Meanings
A standout player in the attack.
That guy is a tremendous forward, he is always scoring.
Ese chico es un tremendo delantero, siempre está anotando.
Someone very bold or daring in their actions.
In business dealings, he is a forward, unafraid to propose risky ideas.
En el trato de negocios, es un delantero, no tiene miedo de proponer ideas arriesgadas.