Enfrente
Example: La tienda está enfrente del parque central.
Definition
"Enfrente" is an adverb used to indicate that something is located directly opposite or facing another object or place. For example, in the phrase 'La tienda está enfrente del parque central,' it means the store is situated right across from the central park.
Etymology
The adverb "enfrente" comes from the Spanish words 'en' meaning 'in' or 'on' and 'frente' meaning 'front' or 'forehead.' Together, they literally mean 'in front,' describing a position facing something directly. Did you know? "Frente" originally comes from the Latin 'frons,' referring to the forehead or front part of the head.
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"Enfrente" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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