parties
Translation
parties, social gatherings, political groups, sides (in a dispute)
Examples
We went to two parties last weekend.
We went to two parties last weekend.
There are two major political parties.
There are two major political parties.
Both parties signed the agreement.
Both parties signed the agreement.
Grammar Patterns
((number)) parties ((number)) of parties/groups There are three parties involved.
Similar Words
Synonyms (social): gathering, celebration; Synonyms (political): faction; Synonyms (legal): side
Etymology
From Old French 'partie' (a part, a share), from Latin 'partire' (to divide). A party is a 'part' of society or a group.
Memory Tips
Think of a group of people who are 'part' of a celebration, a political system, or a legal agreement.