How to Say "fore" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “fore” is “delantero” — use 'delantero' when referring to the front part of vehicles (like seats) or in anatomical contexts for the front of the body.
delantero
deh-lan-teh-rohdelanˈteɾo
Examples
El coche tiene un motor delantero.
The car has a front engine.
Prefiero sentarme en el asiento delantero.
I prefer to sit in the front seat.
El coche tiene un golpe en el faro delantero izquierdo.
The car has a dent in the front left headlight.
La parte delantera del edificio es de cristal.
The front part of the building is made of glass.
Matching the Word
This word changes its ending to match what you are describing. Use 'delantero' for masculine things (like 'el asiento') and 'delantera' for feminine things (like 'la rueda').
Placement
In Spanish, this word usually comes after the thing you are describing, unlike in English where 'front' comes before.
Don't use 'frente' for position
Mistake: “El frente asiento.”
Correction: El asiento delantero. Use 'delantero' as a describing word, while 'frente' is usually a noun meaning the forehead or the front of a battle.
anterior
ahn-teh-RYORan.teˈɾjor
Examples
La puerta anterior del museo está cerrada.
The front door of the museum is closed.
La parte anterior del edificio necesita reparación urgente.
The front part of the building needs urgent repair.
Los dientes anteriores se utilizan para cortar la comida.
The anterior (front) teeth are used for cutting food.
Front Seats vs. Front Doors
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