Amistad (en. Friendship)

/amisˈtad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The affectionate relationship established between people.
Their friendship lasted a lifetime.
La amistad entre ellos duró toda la vida.
A bond that involves mutual trust and support.
Friendship is based on loyalty and respect.
La amistad se basa en la lealtad y el respeto.
A companionship during a stage of life.
They developed a sincere friendship in college.
Desarrollaron una amistad sincera en la universidad.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'amicitas', which means 'affection, friendship'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To make friends
To establish a friendship.
Hacer amistad
Friendship put to the test
A friendship that is tested in difficult circumstances.
Amistad a prueba
Sincere friendship
A genuine and honest friendship.
Amistad sincera
To break the friendship
To end a friendship.
Romper la amistad
Virtual friendship
A friendship maintained through digital platforms.
Amistad virtual

Related Words

friend
A person with whom one has a friendship.
amigo
friendly
One who behaves like a friend.
amigable
ally
A person or group that allies in friendship for a common purpose.
aliado
confidant
A friend in whom one fully trusts.
confidente
close
One who has a very close friendship.
cercano

Slang Meanings

Bro
That bro always supports me, it's a great friendship.
Ese bro siempre me apoya, es una gran amistad.
Partner
She is my partner, we're always together in everything.
Ella es mi socia, siempre estamos juntas en todo.
Buddy
My buddy and I are inseparable.
Mi pana y yo somos inseparables.
Pal
I have a pal with whom I share many things.
Tengo un cuate con el que comparto muchas cosas.
Mate
That mate understands me like no one else.
Ese compa me entiende como nadie.