Camarade (en. Comrade)

ka-ma-rad

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A comrade is a person with whom one shares affinities and activities.
He has been my classmate for several years.
Il est mon camarade de classe depuis plusieurs années.
In a military context, a comrade refers to a soldier with whom one is in service.
My regiment buddy is always there to help me.
Mon camarade de régiment est toujours là pour m'aider.
A comrade can also refer to a colleague in an associative or work context.
My coworkers helped me finish the project.
Mes camarades de travail m'ont aidé à terminer le projet.

Etymology

From the Latin 'camarada', which means 'roommate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

classmate
A classmate who is in the same school class.
camarade de classe
playmate
A playmate with whom one plays, especially for children.
camarade de jeu
coworker
A comrade who shares the same workplace or professional activity.
camarade de travail
comrade-in-arms
A comrade in a military situation.
camarade d'armes

Related Words

camaraderie
Feeling of solidarity and friendship among comrades.
camaraderie
military comrade
Soldier who shares military service with another.
camarade militaire
sports comrade
Training partner or team member.
camarade sportif

Slang Meanings

Comrade can refer to a close friend in an informal context.
Hey, my buddy!
Salut mon cam' !
Used to describe someone you know well, often in affectionate terms.
Look at what my buddy did!
Regarde ce que mon cam' a fait !