L'amie (en. The friend)
/lami/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A woman with whom one has a friendship relationship.
She has been my friend since childhood.
Elle est mon amie depuis l'enfance.
A woman who provides emotional support.
My friend has always helped me in my difficult moments.
Mon amie m'a toujours aidé dans mes moments difficiles.
An accomplice in an activity or project.
We are friends and have launched a project together.
Nous sommes amies et avons lancé un projet ensemble.
Etymology
From the Latin 'amica', meaning 'female friend'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
best friend
A woman regarded as the closest or most intimate.
meilleure amie
heart friend
A very close friend with whom everything is shared.
amie de cœur
loyal friend
A friend who is loyal and present in difficult times.
amie fidèle
Related Words
friend (male)
A man who is in a friendship relationship.
ami
friendship
A friendly relationship between individuals.
amitié
camaraderie
The feeling of friendship between colleagues or comrades.
camaraderie
Slang Meanings
BFF
She has been my BFF since high school.
Elle est ma BFF depuis le lycée.
Buddy
She's my buddy, we've known each other for years.
C'est ma pote, on se connaît depuis des années.