Pare (en. Friend)

/ˈpa.re/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is a close friend or companion.
He is my friend since childhood.
Siya ang aking pare mula sa pagkabata.
A term used to refer to a male friend with respect.
Friend, what's the news with you?
Pare, ano ang balita sa iyo?

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'pare', meaning 'friend'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

My friend
Addressing a close friend.
Pare ko

Related Words

friend
A person with whom one has a friendly or cordial relationship.
kaibigan

Slang Meanings

friend or male companion
Dude, let's go outside, the party's fun!
Pare, tara na sa labas, masaya ang party!
brother or close friend
My buddy is here, he's always there when I need him.
Nandiyan na ang pare ko, lagi siyang nandiyan pag kailangan ko.
calling an unknown male person
Dude, what's your name?
Pare, anong pangalan mo?