Frontal (en. Frontal)

/fɾonˈtal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Relating to or associated with the front part.
Frontal vision is essential for driving.
La visión frontal es esencial para la conducción.
Acting or presenting in a direct or open manner.
The enemy's frontal attack was unexpected.
El ataque frontal del enemigo fue inesperado.
In anatomy, located at the front of the body.
The frontal cortex is related to cognitive functions.
La corteza frontal está relacionada con funciones cognitivas.

Etymology

From Latin 'frontalis', meaning 'of the forehead'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

frontal blow
A direct or unexpected attack.
golpe frontal
frontal view
Perspective or view from the front.
vista frontal
frontal analysis
Direct and straightforward evaluation.
análisis frontal

Related Words

front
Part of the human body located between the upper part of the face and the hairline.
frente
to confront
To face something directly.
frentear
frontality
The quality of being frontal.
frontalidad

Slang Meanings

A direct and straightforward lifestyle.
He always speaks in a frontal manner, unafraid of offending.
Él siempre habla de manera frontal, sin miedo a ofender.
Referring to a challenging or aggressive attitude.
His frontal approach in the discussion surprised everyone.
Su enfoque frontal en la discusión sorprendió a todos.