unidad avanzada (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of speech

Noun phrase

Phonetic transcription

/uˈniðað aβanˈθaða/

Translation options into English

• Advanced unit

Meaning

"Unidad avanzada" is used in the military domain to refer to a forward or advanced unit deployed to a specific location during a military operation. It is a term used to describe a group of soldiers or military personnel that moves ahead of the main force to establish a base or conduct specific tasks.

This term is used more frequently in both oral and written contexts. It is commonly used in military reports, orders, and discussions.

Examples

1. La unidad avanzada se desplegó en territorio enemigo.

2. The advanced unit deployed in enemy territory.

3. Necesitamos enviar una unidad avanzada para recopilar información.

4. We need to send an advanced unit to gather information.

Idiomatic Expressions

In Spanish, the term "unidad avanzada" is not typically used in idiomatic expressions. However, here are some military-related idiomatic expressions using similar vocabulary:

1. Dar un paso adelante
2. Literal translation: To take a step forward

3. Meaning: To advance or move forward in a situation.

4. Líneas enemigas

5. Literal translation: Enemy lines
6. Meaning: Refers to the area controlled by the enemy troops.

Etymology

"Unidad avanzada" can be broken down into "unidad" (unit) and "avanzada" (advanced), where "avanzada" comes from the verb "avanzar" (to advance), ultimately derived from Latin "abante", meaning "forward".

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Grupo de avanzada (Advance group) - Fuerza de avance (Advance force)

Antonyms: - Unidad de retaguardia (Rear unit) - Fuerza principal (Main force)