Kumpare (en. Godfather or close male friend)

/kumˈpa.re/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A person said to be a friend or acquaintance, especially if he is a family friend.

They are close friends since childhood.

Sila ay kumpare mula pagkabata.

A term for the father of a baptized child, symbolizing friendship and spiritual relationship.

Juan was invited as the godfather at his friend's wedding.

Inimbitahan si Juan bilang kumpare sa kasal ng kanyang kaibigan.

Spanish word 'compadre'

Godfather, what's the news?

An opening question to a friend or kumpare.

Kumpare, anong balita?

kumpare

Term for males with a special relationship to the family.

kumpare

kumadre

Term for females with a special relationship to the family, similar to kumpare.

kumadre

A companion at gatherings or get-togethers.

There are many friends at uncle's feast, so everyone is having fun.

Maraming kumpare sa handaan ni tito, kaya masaya ang lahat.

Best friend or close friend.

Of course, my best friend is there to support me.

Siyempre, nandiyan si kumpare ko para sumuporta sa akin.

Brother or like a brother; used to refer to close male friends.

Sometimes, the bond between best friends is stronger than family.

Minsan, mas matatag pa ang samahan ng mga kumpare kaysa sa pamilya.