delantera
/deh-lahn-TEH-rah/
front part
Visualizing delantera as the front part of an object.
delantera(noun)
front part
?physical area or section
,front end
?of a vehicle or object
foreground
?in a picture or scene
📝 In Action
La delantera del coche quedó destrozada tras el impacto.
A2The front end of the car was destroyed after the impact.
Pusimos las flores en la delantera de la casa para que se vieran mejor.
B1We put the flowers in the front part of the house so they would be seen better.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Feminine
Even though it refers to a physical place, 'delantera' is always a feminine noun, so you must use 'la' or 'una' with it.
⭐ Usage Tips
Delantera vs. Frente
'Delantera' often implies the physical foremost section of something (like a vehicle or house), while 'frente' is more general (like a war front or the front of a line).
Visualizing delantera as the lead or advantage in a competition.
📝 In Action
El ciclista logró tomar la delantera en la montaña.
B1The cyclist managed to take the lead on the mountain.
El partido político lleva la delantera en las encuestas.
B2The political party holds the lead in the polls.
💡 Grammar Points
Action Phrases
You will almost always see 'delantera' used with verbs like tomar (to take) or llevar (to carry/hold) when talking about being ahead in a competition.
Visualizing delantera as a female forward player in a sport like soccer.
delantera(noun)
forward
?female player in soccer/football or basketball
striker
?female attacker in soccer
📝 In Action
La delantera estrella marcó el gol decisivo.
B2The star forward scored the decisive goal.
Necesitamos reforzar la delantera para el próximo partido.
C1We need to strengthen the forward line (or striker position) for the next match.
💡 Grammar Points
Player vs. Position
This word can refer both to the player herself (a female striker) and the entire line of attacking players (the forward line of the team).
⭐ Usage Tips
Gender Specificity
If you are talking about a male player in this position, you must use the masculine form: el delantero.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: delantera
Question 1 of 1
¿Cuál de estas oraciones usa 'delantera' para hablar de una persona?
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Frequently Asked Questions
If I want to say 'in front,' should I use 'delantera'?
No, if you want to say 'in front' (as a location), you should use the adverb *delante* (e.g., *Estoy delante de ti* - I am in front of you). 'Delantera' is a noun, referring to the front section or the lead itself.
What is the difference between *delantera* and *delantero*?
They are related. *Delantera* (feminine) refers to the front part or a female player. *Delantero* (masculine) is usually used as an adjective (e.g., *el asiento delantero* - the front seat) or to refer to a male player.