false friend in Latin

false friend in Latin is falsus amicus.

false friend in Latin

falsus amicus

noun

(linguistics, translation studies, lexicography) A word in a language that bears a deceptive resemblance to a word in another language but in fact has a different meaning.

Vocabulary Flow

Learn more English words in Latin.

Vocabulary Flow serves English words with the Latin meaning, one at a time — pronunciation and an example each time. Scroll it either direction.

Learn English in Latin

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Common Latin translations

the of to and a in I that for you it on

Frequently asked questions

What is "false friend" in Latin?

"false friend" in Latin is falsus amicus.

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Vocabulary Flow — saved to your collection.