buddy

• Substantivo que designa um amigo próximo ou companheiro, com quem se compartilham atividades e experiências. Pode também ser usado como forma de tratamento informal entre amigos, especialmente nos Estados Unidos.

A noun referring to a close friend or companion who shares activities and experiences.

1. A2informal

   A close friend who often accompanies others in their activities.

   Amigo próximo

   • He and his buddy go fishing every weekend.
   • My buddy from college helped me move into my new apartment.
   • They've been buddies since childhood.

   Sinônimoschumcompanioncomradeconfidantcronyfriendintimatematepalsidekick

2. Partner or companionA2informal

   A person who works with or helps another in a particular activity.

   Parceiro

   • She's my gym buddy; we work out together every morning.
   • I need a study buddy for the final exams.
   • He's my travel buddy for the trip to Japan.

   Sinônimosassociatecolleaguecompanioncomradefriendmatepalpartnersidekickteammate

3. Friendly addressB1informalamerican

   Used as a friendly way to address someone, often a stranger or acquaintance.

   Tratamento amigável

   • Hey buddy, can you help me with this?
   • Thanks, buddy, I appreciate it.
   • No problem, buddy, I've got your back.

   Sinônimoschumcompaniondudefriendmanmatepal