How to Say "forward-thinking" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “forward-thinking” is “avanzada” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishB1
adjectiveB1
referring to progressive ideas
Examples
Esta computadora tiene una tecnología muy avanzada.
This computer has very advanced technology.
Es una mujer de edad avanzada.
She is a woman of advanced age.
Sus ideas son demasiado avanzadas para su época.
Her ideas are too advanced for her time.
Matching with Feminine Nouns
Use 'avanzada' only when describing words that are feminine, like 'la tecnología' or 'la idea'. If you are describing a masculine word, you must use 'avanzado'.
Using 'vieja' vs 'avanzada'
Mistake: “Using 'vieja' to describe an elderly person.”
Correction: Use 'de edad avanzada' to be much more polite and respectful when talking about someone's age.
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