ante

ante
ahn'-teh
before; in the face of
Examples
1. El principito exigió que todo el mundo, sin importar su estatus, se arrodillara ante su trono.
The little prince demanded that everyone, regardless of their status, kneel before his throne.
 
2. Los turistas se callaron ante la vista impresionante del Gran Cañón.
The tourists fell silent in the face of the impressive view of the Grand Canyon.