Táctica (en. Tactic)
/ˈtaktika/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Method or way of acting to achieve an end.
The tactic of the game changed in the second half.
La táctica del juego cambió en la segunda mitad.
Strategy used in military or sports contexts.
The football team has a well-defined tactic.
El equipo de fútbol tiene una táctica bien definida.
Etymology
From Greek 'taktikós', meaning 'related to order' or 'that which can be ordered'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to change tactics
To modify the approach or method being used.
cambiar de táctica
to make a tactic
To plan or carry out a strategic action.
hacer una táctica
distraction tactic
Method to divert attention from the main objective.
táctica de distracción
Related Words
strategy
Long-term action plan.
estrategia
plan
Set of actions designed to achieve a goal.
plan
approach
Perspective or way of addressing a matter.
enfoque
Slang Meanings
To use a trick or cunning to get out of a complicated situation.
He used a tactic to evade the teacher's question.
Usó una táctica para evadir la pregunta del profesor.
To act strategically in a conversation or discussion.
When he negotiated, he applied his usual tactic.
Cuando negoció, aplicó su táctica de siempre.