chums
word · lemma: chum
Definition
Chums are close friends or companions, usually used in informal or old-fashioned English.
Usage & Nuances
'Chums' is mainly British English, informal, and can sound old-fashioned. Used to refer to close friends, especially among children or in nostalgic contexts. Seldom used in modern American speech. Common collocations: 'childhood chums', 'school chums'.
Spanish: amigos - colegasPortuguese (BR): amigos - colegasPortuguese (PT): amigos - colegasChinese (Simplified): 朋友 - 密友Chinese (Traditional): 朋友 - 密友Hindi: दोस्त - यारArabic: أصدقاء - رفاق
Example Sentences
Tom and Jerry are best chums.
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I had many chums at school.
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The two boys became chums quickly.
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We’ve been chums since kindergarten—nothing can break us up.
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He still meets up with his old school chums every year.
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You and your chums are always up to something!
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