bandhava

/bɑnd̪ʱəʋə/ (Hindi)

Definitions

1. noun

a close friend or companion, especially one from one’s own community

“He is a true bandhava, always standing by my side.”

2. noun

a male companion or friend, particularly in rural or traditional Indian settings

“In the village, the young men would often gather with their bandhavas to share stories.”

Synonyms

  • dost
  • sahayata

Antonyms

  • dushman
  • virodhi