Kilo Lingo

/emfɾenˈtaɾ/

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Translation

to face, to confront

Word origin

From en ('in, on') plus frente ('front, forehead'), from Latin frons, frontem ('forehead, front'). The same Latin root gives English 'front' and 'affront'.

Origin
Latin
Root
frontem
English cognates
front, affront, frontier

Grammar

Verb type-ar regular

Examples

, .

We have to face the truth, even if it is difficult.

rival .

The team is going to face a very strong opponent.

.

I don't know how to tackle this huge problem.

.

She knew how to face her fears with courage.

¿ ?

How are you going to face this new situation?

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This word is part of lesson 35.