guiado

Guiado is a Spanish term derived from the verb guiar (to guide). Used as both an adjective and a noun in some contexts, it denotes the act of guiding or being guided, or something that is directed by a guide or a control system. In everyday language, it appears in phrases such as tour guiado (guided tour) or ruta guiada (guided route).

In technology and industry, guiado designates systems or objects that are steered by external guidance. Examples include misil guiado (guided missile), vehículo guiado (guided vehicle), navegación guiada (GPS-guided navigation), and guiado óptico (optical guiding). The concept is central to control theory, robotics, and aerospace.

In medicine and psychology, imaginación guiada or visualización guiada refers to techniques in which a practitioner leads a patient through mental imagery for relaxation, stress reduction, or therapy.

In education and training, aprendizaje guiado describes instructional approaches that provide structure and support, enabling learners to progress with guidance from instructors, tutors, or digital tools.

Usage of the term varies by context, but the core idea is consistent: guiado refers to something that is directed, steered, or assisted by an external guide or system, as opposed to being completely autonomous.