hermandad
/er-man-DAD/
brotherhood
A warm embrace simply illustrates hermandad meaning a deep, shared bond or relationship (brotherhood).
hermandad(noun)
brotherhood
?a deep, shared bond or relationship
,sisterhood
?a deep, shared bond or relationship
fellowship
?a general feeling of togetherness
,kinship
?a feeling of being related or connected
📝 In Action
La hermandad entre los bomberos es muy fuerte después de un incendio.
B1The brotherhood among the firefighters is very strong after a fire.
Sentimos una gran hermandad con la gente del pueblo.
B2We feel a great fellowship with the people of the town.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Feminine
Even though the related word 'hermano' is masculine (brother), 'hermandad' is always a feminine noun, so you must use 'la' or 'una' with it.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Gender
Mistake: "El hermandad"
Correction: La hermandad. Remember that the suffix -dad often signals a feminine noun.
⭐ Usage Tips
More Than Just Siblings
Use this word to describe deep connection, even among strangers, not just biological siblings. It’s a powerful word for solidarity.
Here, hermandad is visualized as a confraternity, or a formal religious association, shown by the unified group wearing matching cloaks.
hermandad(noun)
confraternity
?a religious association or society
,fraternity
?a formal organization or club
guild
?historical association of craftsmen
,society
?a formal club or association
📝 In Action
La hermandad de la ciudad prepara los pasos para la procesión anual.
B2The city's confraternity prepares the floats for the annual procession.
Mi abuelo pertenecía a una hermandad de pescadores.
C1My grandfather belonged to a guild of fishermen.
💡 Grammar Points
Specific Context
When 'hermandad' refers to an organization, it implies a formal, often historic or religious group, unlike the general English word 'club'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: hermandad
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'hermandad' to mean 'a formal organization'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
If 'hermandad' comes from 'hermano' (brother), why does it apply to women too?
'Hermandad' refers to the abstract concept of 'siblinghood' or 'unity,' which covers both brothers and sisters. Think of it as 'fellowship' or 'kinship'—it's about the bond, regardless of gender.
Can I use 'hermandad' to talk about a university fraternity or sorority?
Yes, you can. While 'fraternidad' is more common for college groups, 'hermandad' works well, especially if you want to emphasize the deep bond and loyalty within the group.