bandido
/bahn-DEE-doh/
bandit
A bandido is an outlaw or robber.
bandido(noun)
bandit
?an outlaw or robber
outlaw
?someone living outside the law
,robber
?someone who steals by force
📝 In Action
Los bandidos asaltaron el tren en el desierto.
B1The bandits robbed the train in the desert.
En las películas antiguas, el bandido siempre lleva una máscara.
A2In old movies, the bandit always wears a mask.
💡 Grammar Points
Naming people
This word is a name for a person (a noun). Even though it ends in -o, you use 'el' before it: 'el bandido'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Historical Vibe
This word often brings to mind old-fashioned outlaws or characters from Western movies, rather than modern-day white-collar criminals.
A bandido can also be a little rascal or a mischievous person.
bandido(noun)
rascal
?a cheeky or mischievous person
rogue
?a playfully dishonest person
,scoundrel
?often used jokingly
📝 In Action
¡Vuelve aquí, pequeño bandido! Me has robado un beso.
B1Come back here, you little rascal! You stole a kiss from me.
Tu gato es un bandido; siempre se come mi comida.
A2Your cat is a rascal; he's always eating my food.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't be too literal
Mistake: "Thinking someone is calling you a criminal."
Correction: In a social setting, if a friend calls you 'bandido' with a smile, they mean you're a rogue or a flirt, not a thief.
⭐ Usage Tips
Tone Matters
The meaning changes based on your voice. A serious voice means 'criminal,' but a playful voice means 'cheeky person'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: bandido
Question 1 of 1
In which situation is 'bandido' used affectionately?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'bandido' a very offensive word?
Not usually. While it can mean a criminal, it's often used lightheartedly. If you want to describe a serious, dangerous criminal, words like 'criminal' or 'delincuente' are more common.
Can I use 'bandido' for a woman?
You would change it to 'bandida.' However, this specific entry focuses on the masculine form.