Translation
friend (feminine)
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Word origin
The feminine of ami, from Latin amica ('female friend'), from amare ('to love'). English 'amicable' shares the root.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- amica
- English cognates
- amicable, amity
Grammar
Examples
Lyon .
My best friend has been living in Lyon for two years.
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She has been my friend since primary school.
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I am going to spend the evening at a friend's place.
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A childhood friend is coming to visit me next weekend.
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She confided in her best friend after the break-up.
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amie: worksheet, infographic and listicle
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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 5: amie, exactement, service and 7 more words.