Used to refer to the part of a picture or scene that is closest to the viewer, appearing at the front.
“In the foreground, there is a young woman holding a cup of coffee.”
“In the foreground of the picture, two children are playing with a ball.”
In Speaking Task 3, describe what's closest to the camera first, then move toward the back of the scene — this gives your 60-second response a clear, logical structure that examiners reward. Use it as an early sentence right after your opening line. Example: 'In the foreground, I can see a young woman sitting on a bench.'
Synonyms: in front, at the front of the picture, closest to the viewer