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    L’ami (en. The friend)

    /lami/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A person with whom one has friendly relations.
    My friend helped me move.
    Mon ami m'a aidé à déménager.
    A person who accompanies and supports someone.
    He is always there for me; he is a true friend.
    Il est toujours là pour moi, c'est un vrai ami.
    Companion in leisure or work.
    We had a fun day among friends.
    Nous avons passé une journée amusante entre amis.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'amicus', meaning friend or companion.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a friend in need
    Refers to a friend who helps when one is in trouble.
    un ami dans le besoin
    childhood friend
    A friend known since childhood.
    ami d'enfance
    best friend
    The closest friend, the one in whom one has the most trust.
    meilleur ami

    Related Words

    friendship
    The relationship of affection and support between friends.
    amitié
    friendly
    Relating to friendship or friends.
    amical
    female friend
    The feminine form of 'l’ami', designating a female friend.
    amie

    Slang Meanings

    Buddy
    He has been my buddy for years.
    Il est mon pote depuis des années.
    Bro
    He’s my bro; we do everything together.
    C'est mon bro, on fait tout ensemble.
    Sister
    She’s like a sister to me.
    Elle est comme une soeur pour moi.
    Bro
    He’s my bro; we’ve known each other forever.
    Il est mon frérot, on se connaît depuis toujours.
    Chum
    He’s my chum; we’re going to the movies tonight.
    Il est mon chum, on va au cinéma ce soir.