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How to Say "squads" in Spanish

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equipos

eh-KEE-pohs/eˈkipos/

nounA1general
Use 'equipos' when referring to a team in a sports context or a group working together on a project, similar to a 'team'.
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Examples

El equipo de fútbol se entrenó duro para el partido.

The soccer squad (team) trained hard for the match.

Los dos equipos de fútbol jugaron muy bien.

The two soccer teams played very well.

Necesitamos formar equipos pequeños para el proyecto.

We need to form small teams for the project.

Todos los equipos celebraron la victoria juntos.

All the squads celebrated the victory together.

Plural Noun

This word is the plural form of 'equipo,' meaning it refers to more than one group. Remember to use plural adjectives and verbs with it (e.g., 'Los equipos son grandes').

Gender Confusion

Mistake: “La equipos (using feminine article)”

Correction: Los equipos (using masculine article). 'Equipo' is always masculine, even if the team is made up of women.

unidades

oo-nee-DAH-des/uniˈðaðes/

nounB1formal
Choose 'unidades' for organized groups within larger organizations like the military or police, often implying a specific operational function.
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Examples

La unidad especial de policía capturó al sospechoso.

The special police squad (unit) captured the suspect.

Las unidades de rescate llegaron rápidamente al lugar del accidente.

The rescue units (squads/departments) arrived quickly at the accident site.

El gerente supervisa las unidades operativas de la empresa.

The manager supervises the company's operational divisions.

Hay varias unidades médicas móviles disponibles para la población.

There are several mobile medical units available for the population.

Referring to Groups

When 'unidades' refers to groups (like departments or military units), it is still treated as a feminine plural noun, and the verbs and adjectives that describe it must match.

Equipos vs. Unidades

Learners often confuse 'equipos' and 'unidades' when referring to non-sports groups. Remember that 'equipos' is more general for any team or group working together, while 'unidades' specifically implies an organized division within a larger structure like the police or military.

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