Compagnons (en. Companions)

/kɔ̃.pa.ɲɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

People who share an activity or project.

The hiking companions crossed the mountain together.

Les compagnons de randonnée ont traversé la montagne ensemble.

Members of a brotherhood or organization.

The companions of duty learn a traditional craft.

Les compagnons du devoir apprennent un métier traditionnel.

Close friends who support each other.

In difficult times, my companions are always there for me.

Dans les moments difficiles, mes compagnons sont toujours là pour moi.

From the Latin word 'companio', which means 'one who shares bread'.

comrades-in-arms

Refers to comrades in combat or war.

compagnons d'armes

travel companions

People met and accompanied during a journey.

compagnons de route

life partners

Friends or partners with whom one shares a long experience.

compagnons de vie

companionship

Concept of mutual aid and solidarity among people sharing common goals.

compagnonnage

companion

Singular of companions, designating a single person.

compagnon

Crew of friends

We meet up with the crew, my lifelong companions.

On se retrouve avec la bande, mes compagnons de toujours.

Buddies

I'm going to the café with my buddies, my companions of the day.

Je vais au café avec mes potes, mes compagnons du jour.