1. Plural of banda; groups of musicians or musical ensembles, especially in Latin American or Spanish-speaking contexts.
Usage: Often refers to brass bands, mariachi groups, or regional folk music ensembles; Common in Spanish and Portuguese
2. Plural of banda; strips, belts, or bands of material or color.
Usage: Less common in English; more prevalent in Romance languages

Examples

• The festival featured several traditional bandas performing throughout the evening.
• Local bandas from the region competed in the music competition.
• The street parade included three different bandas playing brass instruments.
• Bandas de música are an important part of cultural celebrations in Mexico.
• The town hired two bandas to perform at the community celebration.