Entrambas (en. Both)

/entɾamβas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Refers to two elements that are in a relationship of closeness or connection.
The streets both are part of the old neighborhood.
Las calles entrambas son parte del antiguo barrio.
Used to indicate that something happens in or between two points.
Both parts of the city are in constant development.
Entrambas partes de la ciudad están en constante desarrollo.
adverb
It is used to express a sense of inclusion of the two mentioned things.
The problems were both, both at home and at work.
Los problemas eran entrambas, tanto en la casa como en el trabajo.

Etymology

From Latin 'inter ambos', which means 'between both'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

both parties
Referring to both sides of an argument or situation.
entrambas partes
both things
Used to point out that two elements are considered together.
entrambas cosas

Related Words

both
Refers to two specific people or things.
ambos
between
Indicates position or relationship that is between two or more elements.
entre
parts
Sectors or divisions of a whole.
partes

Slang Meanings

Doubles
That idea is valid in both professional and personal contexts.
Esa idea es válida entrambas en lo profesional y lo personal.