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    Compère (en. Comrade)

    kɔ̃pɛʁ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A close friend or companion.
    He has been my comrade since childhood.
    Il est mon compère depuis l'enfance.
    A man who is a spiritual father.
    My comrade is also my spiritual guide.
    Mon compère est aussi mon guide spirituel.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'compater', meaning 'with father'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    comrade of the heart
    A very close friend.
    compère de cœur
    to act like a comrade
    To act like a friend or an accomplice.
    faire le compère
    comrade for life and death
    A profound commitment of friendship.
    compère à la vie à la mort

    Related Words

    accomplice
    A person who helps or supports someone in an action.
    complice
    brotherhood
    Bond of friendship and solidarity among men.
    fraternité
    camaraderie
    Friendly relationship among individuals sharing the same experience.
    camaraderie

    Slang Meanings

    Buddy
    He's my comrade; we hang out together all the time.
    C'est mon compère, on traîne tout le temps ensemble.
    Bro
    Did you see my comrade? He's so funny.
    T'as vu mon compère ? Il est trop drôle.