Bandos (en. Groups)

/ˈbandos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A set of people organized to achieve a common goal.
The opposing sides in the war fought for control of the territory.
Los bandos enfrentados en la guerra luchaban por el control del territorio.
Different opinion groups within the same context.
The political sides in the debate were quite divergent.
Los bandos políticos en el debate eran bastante divergentes.
Teams or groups in competitions.
The teams in the league are preparing for the championship final.
Los bandos de la liga se preparan para la final del campeonato.

Etymology

From the ancient term that referred to groups or factions.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in opposing sides
To be in disagreement or in conflict with some group.
estar en bandos opuestos

Related Words

band
Group of people who come together to achieve a goal, often in an illicit manner.
banda
faction
Group that is part of a larger organization, with its own objectives or interests.
facción

Slang Meanings

Group of friends or companions with whom experiences are shared.
I went out with my crew to spend the day at the beach.
Salí con mis bandos a pasar el día en la playa.
Referring to a group of people with similar behaviors, often in a youthful context.
I see you with your crew in the square every weekend.
Te veo con tus bandos en la plaza todos los fines de semana.