No. 8,657 in Spanish
sedena
The Spanish word "Sedena" is an acronym for "Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional," meaning "Secretariat of National Defense" in English.
In a sentence
La SEDENA coordina las operaciones de defensa en México.
The SEDENA coordinates defense operations in Mexico.
In this sentence, 'SEDENA' refers to its role as the Secretariat of National Defense, an institution.
Los soldados de la SEDENA participaron en el desfile militar.
The soldiers of the SEDENA participated in the military parade.
Here, 'SEDENA' refers to the organization composed of military personnel under the Secretariat.
La SEDENA también brinda apoyo en caso de desastres naturales.
The SEDENA also provides support in the case of natural disasters.
In this usage, 'SEDENA' is acknowledged for its activities extending beyond defense, including disaster response.
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