No. 187 in Latvian

padomes

"Padomes" in English means "councils" or "boards."

In a sentence

Padomes lēmums bija izšķirošs.
The council's decision was critical.
Used in the sense of 'council' or 'board' referring to a governing or deliberative body.
Mums jākonsultējas ar padomēm par šo jautājumu.
We need to consult the councils about this issue.
Plural form of 'padome', indicating multiple deliberative or governing bodies.
Viņš deva mums padomes par to, kā rīkoties.
He gave us advice about how to act.
Here 'padomes' refers to suggestions or advice, showing a more abstract and conceptual usage.

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