devant Definition
in front of; before.
Using devant: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "devant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The car drove past us and stopped devant the building.
Example
He stood devant the crowd and began his speech.
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She placed the gift devant the door and rang the bell.
devant Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for devant
- before
- in front of
- ahead of
Phrases with devant
en avant
forward; ahead
Example
The troops marched en avant towards the enemy lines.
devant-garde
a group of artists or writers who are at the cutting edge of their field, especially in terms of challenging traditional styles or techniques
Example
The museum is showcasing an exhibit of the avant-garde artists of the 20th century.
devanture
the front of a store or shop
Example
The new boutique has an attractive devanture that catches the eye of passersby.
Origins of devant
from Old French 'devant', from Latin 'ante'
Summary: devant in Brief
'Devant' [dəˈvɑːnt] means 'in front of' or 'before.' It is a preposition used to describe spatial or temporal relationships. For example, 'The car drove past us and stopped devant the building.' 'Devant' also appears in phrases like 'en avant,' meaning 'forward,' and 'devant-garde,' referring to artists or writers who challenge traditional styles.
