Enfrentes (en. You face)

/enˈfɾentes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Act of confronting something, especially a difficulty or adversity.
It is important that you face your fears to overcome them.
Es importante que enfrentes tus miedos para superarlos.
Action of confronting or dealing with someone or something.
If you confront the problem, you will find a solution.
Si enfrentes el problema, encontrarás una solución.
To confront in a debate or discussion.
You must face those ideas with solid arguments.
Debes enfrentes esas ideas con argumentos sólidos.

Etymology

From Latin 'infrontalis', meaning 'frontal' or 'in front'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

face reality
Accepting and recognizing the current situation.
enfrentar la realidad
face a challenge
Accepting and embracing a challenge.
enfrentar un reto
face the consequences
Assuming the results of the actions taken.
enfrentar las consecuencias

Related Words

confront
Act of dealing with a problem or challenge.
enfrentar
face
Synonymous with confront, emphasizing courage.
afrontar

Slang Meanings

Confronting a complicated situation.
You have to confront this conflict; you can't run away.
Tienes que enfrentes este conflicto, no puedes huir.
Not being afraid in the face of adversity.
In this life, you must face everything with courage.
En esta vida hay que enfrentes todo con coraje.