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How to Say "brigade" in Spanish

The Spanish word forbrigadeis brigadaB2 level.

English → SpanishB2
nounB2formal
military/fire unit
An illustration showing four cartoon firefighters in full red and yellow gear, standing side-by-side in a determined pose, representing a fire unit.

Examples

La brigada de bomberos controló el fuego rápidamente.

The fire brigade controlled the fire quickly.

El general ordenó a la brigada avanzar por el flanco izquierdo.

The general ordered the brigade to advance on the left flank.

Formal Context

When used in a military context, 'brigada' refers to a large unit composed of several battalions or regiments, much like the English 'brigade'.

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