Camarada (en. Comrade)

/ka.maˈɾa.ða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who shares interests or activities with another.
My university comrade always helps me with my studies.
Mi camarada de la universidad siempre me ayuda con los estudios.
Companion in arms or political struggle.
The comrades fought together for freedom.
Los camaradas lucharon juntos por la libertad.
Close friend or confidant.
I can always count on my comrades in tough times.
Siempre puedo contar con mis camaradas en tiempos difíciles.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'camarata', which means shared room.

Common Phrases and Expressions

battle comrade
Friend or companion in difficult or conflict situations.
camarada de batalla
loyal comrade
Loyal and constant friend.
camarada fiel
comrades for life
Friends who have been together over time.
camaradas de la vida

Related Words

companion
A person who accompanies another in an activity or task.
compañero
friend
A person who has a relationship of affection and trust.
amigo
confidant
A person to whom secrets are entrusted.
confidente

Slang Meanings

Close friend or companion, often used among young people.
Hey, comrade! Are we going to the party?
¡Qué onda, camarada! ¿Vamos a la fiesta?
Term used in political or group contexts.
The party comrades met this week.
Los camaradas del partido se reunieron esta semana.
Used in some countries to refer to a coworker.
I talked to my work comrade about the project.
Hablé con mi camarada del trabajo sobre el proyecto.