blood brotherhood

• Vínculo de lealtad y amistad entre dos personas, tradicionalmente simbolizado por la mezcla de su sangre; usado a menudo en contextos históricos o ceremoniales, o como metáfora de una alianza muy fuerte.

A bond of loyalty and friendship formed between two people, traditionally symbolized by mixing their blood together, often used in historical or ceremonial contexts.

1. Ritual bondB2formal

   A close bond formed between two people through a ritual where they mix their blood, symbolizing loyalty and lifelong friendship.

   Hermandad de sangre

   • The two warriors swore a blood brotherhood before the battle.
   • In some cultures, blood brotherhood is a sacred tradition.
   • They sealed their blood brotherhood by cutting their palms and shaking hands.

2. Deep friendshipB2informal

   A very strong, unbreakable friendship or alliance, often implying mutual sacrifice and trust.

   hermandad de sangre

   • Their bond was more than friendship; it was a blood brotherhood.
   • They considered their relationship a blood brotherhood, even without the ritual.
   • The team's unity felt like a blood brotherhood.