unida
oo-NEE-dah
📝 In Action
Somos una familia muy unida.
A1We are a very close-knit family.
La comunidad se mantuvo unida durante la crisis.
B1The community stayed united during the crisis.
La pieza de metal está unida a la base.
A2The metal piece is joined to the base.
💡 Grammar Points
Describing Feminine Words
Because this word ends in '-a', it is used only when describing feminine things, like 'familia' (family), 'persona' (person), or 'pieza' (piece).
A Description from a Verb
This word is a form of the verb 'unir' (to join). When used as a description, it shows the result of being joined.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Gender Match Error
Mistake: "El equipo está unida."
Correction: Say 'El equipo está unido' because 'equipo' is a masculine word. Use 'unida' for feminine words like 'familia'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Emotional vs. Physical
In Spanish, 'unida' is the go-to word for 'close' when talking about family. Using 'cerca' (near) only refers to physical distance!
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: unida
Question 1 of 1
Which of these would you describe as 'unida'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'unida' to describe a group of people?
Yes, if the group is represented by a feminine word like 'la familia' or 'la comunidad'. If you are talking about 'nosotros' (we) and there is at least one male, you would use the masculine 'unidos' instead.
What is the difference between 'unida' and 'junta'?
'Junta' usually means things are physically together in the same place. 'Unida' implies a stronger connection, like they are attached or share a deep emotional bond.