# amigo

/əˈmiˌɡoʊ/ (US) · /ɐmˈiːɡəʊ/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/amigo
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

a friend, especially a close one. You use this word when you want to sound friendly or casual in Spanish.

For teachers: a friend or companion. Often used in English as a loanword to convey a sense of warmth or familiarity.

## Examples

- He is my best amigo in the whole city.
- After the long hike, we sat down and shared a meal with our amigo from the local village.

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