Cool MateMeaning of Friends
People who have a close or friendly relationship.
In simple words: People you know well and spend time with.
Friends in a sentence
- I met my best friends in college.
- We should invite our friends to the party.
- Social media helps us keep in touch with old friends.
How to use Friends
Used in casual conversation and writing. Not appropriate in very formal contexts. Can mean both close and casual relationships.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'friend' and add an 's' for more than one.
Related words
Collocations with Friends
- close friends
- best friends
- make friends
- hang out with friends
- friend zone
Synonyms for Friends
- companions
- mates
- buddies
- pals
- confidants
Opposites of Friends
- enemies
- foes
- opponents
- adversaries
Common mistakes with Friends
- Using 'friend' when referring to multiple people instead of 'friends'.
- Confusing 'friends' with 'friendly', which has a different meaning.
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More words like Friends
- Greatest
the best or most important
- BeA1
To exist or live.
- IA1
The word used by a person to talk about themselves.
- OfA1
shows a relationship between things, often to indicate belonging or connection.
- TheA1
A word that shows a specific thing is being talked about.
- YouA1
A word used to talk about the person or people you are speaking to.
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Frequently asked questions about "Friends"
What does "Friends" mean?
People you know well and spend time with.
What is the definition of "Friends"?
People who have a close or friendly relationship.
How do you use "Friends" in a sentence?
I met my best friends in college.
Can you give another example of "Friends"?
We should invite our friends to the party.
What are synonyms for "Friends"?
Common alternatives include companions, mates, buddies, pals, confidants.
What is the opposite of "Friends"?
Opposite meanings include enemies, foes, opponents, adversaries.
What words go with "Friends"?
It commonly pairs with close friends, best friends, make friends, hang out with friends, friend zone.
What are common mistakes when using "Friends"?
Using 'friend' when referring to multiple people instead of 'friends'. Confusing 'friends' with 'friendly', which has a different meaning.
How do you pronounce "Friends"?
US: //frɛndz//, UK: //frɛndz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use "Friends"?
Used in casual conversation and writing. Not appropriate in very formal contexts. Can mean both close and casual relationships.