Friend (noun) — a person close to you who knows everything about you (or at least your dramas) and shows affection, trust, and respect. They share the same values with you, tastes in music, movies, food, and are supportive in all kinds of ways.
A friend is a topic for all kinds of culture, from films to music, being appreciated for the ability to take care of another human’s mental well-being.
How to Pronounce “Friend”?
Audio (UK):
Audio (US):
it is simple as you need just to skip “i” and in the second part of the word, say “e” as in “men.”
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Examples: How to Use “Friend” in a Sentence?
Context is the bread and butter of any vocabulary learning process as it allows you to not only mechanically remember the word “friend” but also understand it across the usage in various situations.
What Are Synonyms for the Word “Friend”?
To make your English more varied and your speech/writing richer, you need to learn synonyms — alternative words — to avoid repetition of “friend” in texts. Here are some of the most common of them:
Related nouns: companion comrade mate (British)
Synonyms (contextual): buddy bestie bff (best friends forever)
Common collocations: close friend childhood friend make friends
“Friend” Word Formation and Description in Context
You know how to say “friend” on its own, but what about combinations with words that bring more information and details? Here is how to make it more precise:
With adjectives: supportive friend loyal friend annoying friend
With verbs: meet a friend invite a friend help a friend
With nouns (noun + noun): work friend family friend type of a friend
Idioms and Phrases with “Friend”
Just as a “friend” is associated with having fun and gaining trust, there are memorable sayings that prove this feeling and the word’s meaning. Here are the most popular idioms you can encounter when learning English:
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A friend in need is a friend indeed — refers to the close person who will never leave you alone when something bad happens.
A friend in need is a
friend indeed, and Mark proved it when I was in trouble at school. -
A friend at court — a human who has an impact in some areas and can help you with challenging moments.
They have afriend at court with the CEO, so their project can be accepted. -
Fair-weather friend — it means that someone stays with you only when you are in a good condition and everything goes well.
Being a fair-weatherfriend is not cool at all.
Time to Quiz Yourself on “Friend” Definition
To evaluate your skills in reading and writing, you need to learn more than the word “friend” but how it can be perceived in various contexts. Here are some activities that will help you:
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“Friend” Spelling in Other Languages
Cultural understanding is also important when you learn how to say “friend,” so here are three options across the most popular languages for you to study more and find parallels. You can also find them as synonyms in various styles.
| Language | Word for “Friend” |
|---|---|
Spanish |
Amigo |
French |
Ami |
German |
Freund |
Did You Know It? Fun Facts About “Friend”
If you have the spark of curiosity about the word “friend,” here is some interesting information you may like, which will also help you learn this term faster.
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The first association with the word “friends” is a show by the same name.
Established in 1994, this sitcom called “Friends” had 10 seasons and 236 episodes. Moreover, it has become a revolutionary one, and has made the overall image of how people are friends. -
A “friend” can be used as a verb in some contexts.
We typically define a friend as a noun, but you can also put it as a word describing an action, actually, making friends.Heunfriended me on social media! -
The longest time for two people to be friends is 83 years.
The Guinness World Records posted a detail on the friendship between Beryl Richmond and Ruth Magee from the United Kingdom, who became friends in 1939.
Famous Quotes Featuring “Friend”
The most beneficial way to remember a word is to find it in books or music, especially if it’s an author or a band that you like. Here, you will read some phrases that will aid in memorization:
— Linda Grayson
Explanation: This gentle and ironic quote captures the essence of friendship — it is perfect on its own, but it can be even better when your friend brings something you love and you can share it (or not).
— Taylor Swift, “cardigan”
Explanation: Opposite to the previous quote, this one, from a famous song in the album “folklore,” describes a situation where a person cannot be a good and loyal friend if they are so with everyone around.
Explanation: The core point is described here — your friend may not be a relative but they are kind to you, keep your personal and sensitive information and feelings.
