Hermanos (en. Siblings)
er-ma-nos
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Descendants of the same father and mother.
My brothers are very close.
Mis hermanos son muy cercanos.
People who have a brotherhood relationship.
I consider my friends to be like brothers.
Considero a mis amigos como hermanos.
Group of men who share a strong bond, similar to that of brothers.
We call each other brothers in the community.
Nos llamamos hermanos en la comunidad.
Etymology
From Latin 'germanus', meaning 'brother' or 'sister'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Blood brothers
People who share the same family.
Hermanos de sangre
Brothers of life
Friends who have a very close relationship, similar to that of brothers.
Hermanos de la vida
Like brothers
An expression that indicates a close and affectionate relationship.
Como hermanos
Related Words
sister
Feminine form of brother.
hermana
fraternity
The relationship of brothers, in a broader context.
fraternidad
family
Group of people connected by blood ties or marriage.
familia
Slang Meanings
A very close friend, almost like a brother.
That guy is like my brother, he's always there for me.
Ese tipo es como mi hermano, siempre está ahí para mí.
A man who considers himself part of a united community or group.
We treat each other like brothers in the gang.
Nos tratamos como hermanos en la pandilla.