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?