How is the word devant translated from French to English

English translation
In front
preposition
ahead, front

Indique la position à l'avant de quelque chose ou quelqu'un.

Indicates the position in front of something or someone.

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  • Le chat est devant la porte. — The cat is in front of the door.

  • Est-ce que tu es devant la fenêtre ? — Are you in front of the window?

  • Mets ta chaise devant le bureau. — Put your chair in front of the desk.

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