buddy
word
/ˈbədi/
BUH-dee
/bˈʌdi/
BUH-dee
Definition
A friendly or informal word for a close friend, sometimes used to address someone in a friendly way.
Usage & Nuances
'Buddy' is informal and often used between men or boys, but can apply to anyone. Used to refer to a good friend, or as a casual way to address someone (like 'Hey, buddy!'). Less common in formal contexts. Similar to 'pal', but 'buddy' can feel more American.
Spanish: amigo - colegaPortuguese (BR): amigo - colegaPortuguese (PT): amigo - colegaChinese (Simplified): 哥们 - 兄弟（朋友）Chinese (Traditional): 哥們 - 兄弟（朋友）Hindi: दोस्त - साथीArabic: صديق - رفيقBengali: বন্ধু - বন্ধুদে (বন্ধুত্বপূর্ণ সম্বোধন)Russian: друг - приятельJapanese: 友だち - 相棒Vietnamese: bạn - bạn thânKorean: 친구 - 버디Turkish: kanka - dostUrdu: دوست - یارIndonesian: teman - sobat
Example Sentences
Do you want to be my buddy?
basic
He's my best buddy at school.
basic
My dog is my hiking buddy.
basic
Hey, buddy, could you help me move this box?
natural
We've been buddies since kindergarten.
natural
Relax, buddy, everything will be fine.
natural