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amigo

uh-MEE-goh

Amigo (noun) means a friend (a term borrowed from Spanish, also used informally in English). Example: “Good to see you, amigo," he said, shaking his hand.”

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A friend (a term borrowed from Spanish, also used informally in English).
""Good to see you, amigo," he said, shaking his hand."

How to use amigo

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSpanish for "friend," often used casually in English speech.

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Word forms

amigos plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish amigo, "friend," from Latin amicus, ultimately from amare, "to love."

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “amigo” mean?

The word “amigo” means a friend (a term borrowed from Spanish, also used informally in English). In plain terms, spanish for "friend," often used casually in English speech.

How do you pronounce “amigo”?

“Amigo” is pronounced uh-MEE-goh (/əˈmiɡoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “amigo” in a sentence?

Here is “amigo” used in a sentence: “"Good to see you, amigo," he said, shaking his hand.”

What part of speech is “amigo”?

“Amigo” is a noun.

Where does the word “amigo” come from?

The word “amigo” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Spanish amigo, "friend," from Latin amicus, ultimately from amare, "to love.".

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