Compadres (en. Compadres)

/komˈpaðɾes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A term used to refer to a close friend or someone with whom one has a close bond.

My compadres and I are going on a trip this weekend.

Mis compadres y yo vamos a salir de viaje este fin de semana.

Godfather of a child in the context of religious ceremonies, especially at baptism.

Juan is my son's compadre; he baptized him last year.

Juan es el compadre de mi hijo, lo bałtizó el año pasado.

Used in some regions to refer to a companion or colleague.

At work, my compadres are very fun.

En el trabajo, mis compadres son muy divertidos.

Derived from the Latin 'compater', which means 'partner in parenthood'.

make compadres

To form a close relationship or an alliance.

hacer compadres

to be someone's compadre

To have a friendship or brotherhood with someone.

ser compadre de alguien

drinking buddies

Friends with whom one goes out to drink.

compadres de borracheras

godfather

A person who acts as a godparent to a child in a religious ceremony.

padrino

friend

A person with whom one maintains a relationship of affection and trust.

amigo

comrade

A companion or friend in common activities.

camarada

Colleague or friend in the workplace.

That compadre always helps me with office projects.

Ese compadre siempre me ayuda con los proyectos en la oficina.

A person with whom one shares a hobby or interest.

My compadre on guitar plays amazingly.

Mi compadre de la guitarra toca increíble.