Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Amigo: friend
amigo
Pronunciation: ah-MEE-goh (stress the capital letters)
Amigo means “friend” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: friend
- How to say it: ah-MEE-goh
- Gender: el amigo
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “amigo” means and how to use it
Amigo means “friend.” The feminine form is amiga, and the plural amigos can include both men and women.
Gender and plural
- Gender: el amigo / la amiga (masculine / feminine)
- Plural: los amigos / las amigoas
Examples with audio
- Mi mejor amigo vive cerca.My best friend lives nearby.
- Tengo muchas amigas en el trabajo.I have many female friends at work.
- Vamos con unos amigos al cine.We are going to the cinema with some friends.
Usage tip
Use “un amigo” for a male friend and “una amiga” for a female friend. For a casual friend, many speakers use “compañero” or “conocido” (acquaintance).
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “friend” in Spanish?
“friend” in Spanish is “amigo.” It is pronounced ah-MEE-goh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “amigo”?
Say ah-MEE-goh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “amigo” masculine or feminine?
Amigo is masculine: “el amigo.” The plural is “amigos.”
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