D'amis (en. Friends)
/da.mi/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A group of companions, mates, or people with whom one has friendly relationships.
They have been friends since childhood.
Ils sont d'amis depuis l'enfance.
Trustworthy and supportive people in social life.
I always need my friends to lift my spirits.
J'ai toujours besoin de mes d'amis pour me remonter le moral.
A set of people sharing common interests or activities together.
We often get together with our friends to play board games.
Nous nous réunissons souvent avec nos d'amis pour jouer aux jeux de société.
Etymology
The word 'd'amis' comes from the Old French 'ami', derived from the Latin 'amicus', meaning 'friend'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to make friends
Establishing friendships.
faire d'amis
to be friends
Having a friendly relationship with someone.
être d'amis
group of friends
A set of people who are friends.
groupe d'amis
Related Words
friendship
Affectionate relationship between friends.
amitié
camaraderie
Sense of camaraderie among friends or colleagues.
camaraderie
confidant
A person to whom one confides their thoughts and feelings.
confidant
Slang Meanings
mates
We are meeting up with my mates tonight.
On se retrouve avec mes potes ce soir.
buddies
My buddies and I often go out together.
Mes buddies et moi sortons souvent ensemble.
bros
I’m going out with my bros this weekend.
Je vais sortir avec mes bro's ce week-end.