Joam (en. Joam)

/ʒo.am/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Close friend.
My joam is always there for me.
Mon joam est toujours là pour moi.
A trusted buddy.
He has been my joam since elementary school.
Il est mon joam depuis l'école primaire.
A friend with whom one shares experiences.
We have shared so many adventures together, he is really a joam.
Nous avons vécu tant d'aventures ensemble, c'est vraiment un joam.

Etymology

The word 'joam' is derived from the verlan of 'majo', which comes from 'to master' and is used in colloquial language.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be joam
To be a close or intimate friend.
être joam
my joam
Affectionate reference to a friend.
mon joam
joam of the heart
A very dear friend.
joam de coeur

Related Words

buddy
A colloquial term for a friend.
pote
mate
A friend or buddy.
copain
comrade
A friend or colleague in a school or professional context.
camarade

Slang Meanings

A friend who is always there for you.
When I have problems, I know my joam will come to help me.
Quand j'ai des problèmes, je sais que mon joam viendra m'aider.
A partner in outings or parties.
We had a great evening all together, my joams and I.
On a passé une super soirée tous ensemble, mes joams et moi.