friendship
word · lemma: friend
/ˈfɹɛndʃɪp/
FREND-ship
/fɹˈɛndʃɪp/
FREND-ship
Definition
A friendship is a close and caring relationship between friends. It usually involves trust, affection, support, and enjoying time together.
Usage & Nuances
Usually uncountable in general use: 'Friendship is important.' It can also be countable for a specific bond: 'a lifelong friendship.' Common phrases include 'close friendship,' 'friendship grew,' and 'their friendship ended.'
Spanish: amistadPortuguese (BR): amizadePortuguese (PT): amizadeChinese (Simplified): 友谊Chinese (Traditional): 友誼Hindi: दोस्ती - मित्रताArabic: صداقةBengali: বন্ধুত্বRussian: дружбаJapanese: 友情Vietnamese: tình bạnKorean: 우정Turkish: arkadaşlıkUrdu: دوستیIndonesian: persahabatan
Example Sentences
Their friendship started at school.
basic
A good friendship needs trust.
basic
Our friendship is very important to me.
basic
Even after the argument, their friendship stayed strong.
natural
What I value most is the friendship we've built over the years.
natural
Sometimes a simple message can save a friendship.
natural