Amigable (en. Friendly)

/amiˈɣaβle/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to a person who is friendly and gets along well with others.
Juan is very friendly; he always greets everyone with a smile.
Juan es muy amigable, siempre saluda a todos con una sonrisa.
Cheerful and enjoys being in the company of friends.
The atmosphere at the party was friendly and festive.
La atmósfera en la fiesta era amigable y festiva.
That fosters an atmosphere of friendship and comfort.
The restaurant has a friendly atmosphere that attracts many families.
El restaurante tiene un ambiente amigable que atrae a muchas familias.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'amicabilis', which means 'friendly, lovable'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

friendly environment
An environment that promotes friendship and cordiality.
ambiente amigable
friendly treatment
A kind and welcoming behavior towards others.
trato amigable
friendly relations
Interactions characterized by friendship and mutual respect.
relaciones amigables

Related Words

friend
A person with whom one has a relationship of trust and affection.
amigo
friendship
A relationship of affection, sympathy, and trust between people.
amistad
little friends
A loving term used to refer to young friends.
amiguitos

Slang Meanings

Friendly fund
See you at the friendly fund of the bar.
Nos vemos en el fondo amigable del bar.
Friend to everyone
He is the friend of everyone, always friendly with new people.
Él es el amigo de todos, siempre amigable con la gente nueva.