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/Sounds like "bahn" (as in "bar") + "DEE" (as in "deep") + "doh" (as in "door")/

Meaning

A rascal, a mischievous person or lovable troublemaker. Across Mexico and Central America, "bandido" is used affectionately for someone who pulls pranks or bends the rules with a grin. Coming from a grandmother, it is practically a term of endearment.

Examples

You little rascal, you already ate all the fruit!

He is a real troublemaker but somehow everyone loves him.

Regional synonyms

In Mexico, to hang out with your cuates (close friends) with no agenda at all, just spending time together for the pleasure of it. No plan, no productivity, just easy camaraderie.