avanzada
“avanzada” means “advanced” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
advanced, late
Also: forward-thinking
📝 In Action
Esta computadora tiene una tecnología muy avanzada.
A2This computer has very advanced technology.
Es una mujer de edad avanzada.
B1She is a woman of advanced age.
Sus ideas son demasiado avanzadas para su época.
B2Her ideas are too advanced for her time.
vanguard, advance guard
Also: outpost
📝 In Action
La avanzada del ejército llegó a la frontera al amanecer.
C1The army's advance guard reached the border at dawn.
Este grupo de científicos es la avanzada de la investigación genética.
C2This group of scientists is the vanguard of genetic research.
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Quick Quiz: avanzada
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'avanzada' correctly to describe a feminine noun?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish verb 'avanzar' (to move forward), which comes from the Old French 'avancier,' ultimately derived from the Latin 'abante' meaning 'from before' or 'in front of.'
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'avanzada' for a man?
Only if you are describing a feminine thing the man has. For example, 'Su técnica (feminine) es avanzada'. If you are describing the man himself, you must use 'avanzado'.
Is 'avanzada' the same as 'vanguardia'?
They are very close! 'Vanguardia' is more common for social movements and art, while 'avanzada' often refers to a physical group of people moving ahead of others, like in the military.