Amie (en. Friend)
/a.mi/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A female person considered as a friend.
She is my best friend.
Elle est ma meilleure amie.
A person who shares feelings of affection and support.
Our friends always support us.
Nos amies nous soutiennent toujours.
A companion with whom one spends time and shares common interests.
I met a friend at the café this morning.
J'ai rencontré une amie au café ce matin.
Etymology
From the Latin 'amica', which means 'female friend, companion'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
best friend
A trustworthy person with whom one shares everything.
meilleure amie
childhood friend
A friend known since childhood.
amie d'enfance
dear friend
A very close friend with whom one shares a strong emotional connection.
amie de cœur
Related Words
friend
A male friend.
ami
friendship
The emotional bond between friends.
amitié
lover
A romantic partner, often related to the idea of a friend in a romantic context.
amoureux
Slang Meanings
BFF (Best Friends Forever)
We have been BFFs for years.
On est BFF depuis des années.
sister of the heart
She is like a sister of the heart to me.
Elle est comme une soeur de cœur pour moi.