Friends Meaning in English
word · lemma: friend
/ˈfɹɛndz/, /ˈfɹɛnz/
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/fɹˈɛndz/
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Definition
People you know well and like, and with whom you share a bond of mutual affection and trust.
Usage & Nuances
Usually plural; 'friend' is singular. Commonly used for people you trust and enjoy spending time with. Can refer to both casual acquaintances and close relationships. Avoid confusing with 'acquaintance' which means someone you know less well.
Spanish: amigosPortuguese (BR): amigosPortuguese (PT): amigosChinese (Simplified): 朋友Chinese (Traditional): 朋友Hindi: दोस्तArabic: أصدقاءBengali: বন্ধুরাRussian: друзьяJapanese: 友達Vietnamese: bạn bèKorean: 친구들Turkish: arkadaşlarUrdu: دوستIndonesian: teman-teman
Example Sentences
I met two new friends at school today.
basic
My friends and I like to play soccer.
basic
She invited her friends to her birthday party.
basic
I can't hang out tonight; my friends are counting on me.
natural
After all these years, we are still good friends.
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I bumped into some old friends downtown yesterday.
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