Translation of Spanish word "adelante" to English
adelante
/a.ðeˈlan.te/
Meaning
VerbAt, near or towards the front of something.
How to use
The verb 'adelante' is commonly used in informal settings, such as when giving directions or encouraging someone to move forward. For example, 'adelante, vamos a llegar a tiempo' (come on, we're going to make it on time). However, in formal situations, it's more appropriate to use the verb 'hacia adelante' instead. A common learner mistake is to use 'adelante' as an adverb, when in fact it's a verb that requires a subject.
🇬🇧 English
forward
Example
Sigue adelante hacia la siguiente habitación.
Move forward to the next room.
El fuego se limitó a la parte delantera de la tienda.
The fire was confined to the front of the store.
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Common phrases
- adelante y arriba— forward and up
- adelante, vamos— come on, let's go
- adelante, no te detengas— come on, don't stop
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What does the Spanish word "adelante" mean?▼
The Spanish word "adelante" means "forward" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Sigue adelante hacia la siguiente habitación." (which translates as "Move forward to the next room.").
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