前ぜん灯とうぜんとうMeanings1nounheadlightRefers specifically to a headlight on a vehicle such as a car, motorcycle, or train. The cross-reference 前照灯 is a more formal or technical synonym.See also: 前照灯夜や間かん走そう行こうでは前ぜん灯とうを点てん灯とうしてください。Please turn on your headlights when driving at night.