CEFR A1

friend

noun

Meaning

A person you know well and like, who is not a member of your family.

Examples

She is my best friend.
He has been a good friend for many years.

Synonyms: pal, buddy, companion, ally

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friend (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /frend/

Definition

A person you know well and like, who is not a member of your family.

Examples

She is my best friend.
He has been a good friend for many years.
I met my friend at the park.

How to Use friend

friend of (prepositional phrase): Someone who supports or likes something. — "He is a friend of the environment."
be friends with (prepositional phrase): To have a friendly relationship with someone. — "Are you friends with your neighbors?"

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