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    Baza (en. Asset)

    /ˈbaza/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An advantage that one has in a given situation.
    He had the advantage of his experience in the negotiation.
    Tuvo la baza de su experiencia en la negociación.
    A card played in a card game that allows one to win.
    He used his best card to win the game.
    Utilizó su mejor baza para ganar la partida.
    Basis or foundation for making a decision.
    The information he provided is the strongest card for his argument.
    La información que proporcionó es la baza más sólida para su argumentación.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Italian term 'bazzà', used in the context of card games.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to play a trump card
    To use an advantage or strategy in a discussion or situation.
    sacar una baza
    to have the winning card
    To have the best argument or advantage in a competitive situation.
    tener la baza ganadora
    to play a trump card
    To act or make a decision based on a known advantage.
    jugar una baza

    Related Words

    advantage
    Circumstance that favors someone in a competition or adverse situation.
    ventaja
    strategy
    Plan developed to achieve a specific objective.
    estrategia

    Slang Meanings

    To have a good opportunity or advantage in an informal context.
    Today I have the advantage that my boss is not in the office.
    Hoy tengo la baza de que mi jefe no está en la oficina.
    To refer to an unexpected resource that improves a situation.
    That invitation to the party was my trump card to make new friends.
    Esa invitación a la fiesta fue mi baza para hacer nuevos amigos.