Dude (en. Dude)

/duːd/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Colloquial word to refer to a man.
That dude is very interesting.
Ese dude es muy interesante.
Friend or companion in an informal context.
What's up, dude? How have you been?
¿Qué pasa, dude? ¿Cómo has estado?
Term used to address someone in a relaxed manner.
Come on, dude, don’t take it so seriously.
Vamos, dude, no te lo tomes tan en serio.

Etymology

The word 'dude' originated in the United States in the 19th century, originally referring to an urban man with refined manners.

Common Phrases and Expressions

What's up, dude?
What's up, buddy?
What's up, dude?
Dude, seriously!
Dude, seriously!
Dude, seriously!
You're such a dude.
You're a great guy.
You're such a dude.

Related Words

bro
Informal term to refer to a close friend or brother.
bro
mate
Colloquial term mainly in British English to refer to a friend.
mate
guy
Informal term to refer to a man.
guy

Slang Meanings

Cool or relaxed guy.
That dude is always in a good mood.
Ese dude siempre está de buen humor.
Person who behaves in a carefree manner.
He's a dude, he doesn't care what others say.
Él es un dude, no le importa lo que digan los demás.
A close friend.
I hung out with my dudes over the weekend.
Salí con mis dudes el fin de semana.
Guy who likes to surf.
That dude is a real surfer.
Ese dude es un verdadero surfista.