アドバンス

noun

advance; forward movement

Refers to moving forward, progressing, or an advance in a physical or abstract sense. Often used in business, military, or sports contexts.

• 部ぶ隊たいのアドバンスが遅おくれている。

  The advance of the troops is delayed.

• 技ぎ術じゅつのアドバンスは目め覚ざましい。

  The advance of technology is remarkable.

noun

advance payment; prepayment

Specifically refers to money paid before it is due, such as an advance on salary or a prepayment for goods/services.

• 給きゅう料りょうのアドバンスをもらった。

  I received an advance on my salary.

• アドバンスとして半はん額がくを支し払はらった。

  I paid half as an advance.