Compadre

/kəmˈpɑːdreɪ/
noun

A close friend or comrade, mostly used between men.

He introduced Juan as his compadre, they've been friends since childhood.
Visual representation of "compadre" - A close friend or comrade, mostly used between men.

Often appears as...

  • mi compadre
  • compadre y amigo
noun

In Spanish-speaking cultures, the godfather of one's child or the father of one's godchild.

I am the compadre of my nephew because I am his godfather.
Visual representation of "compadre" - In Spanish-speaking cultures, the godfather of one's child or the father of one's godchild.

Often appears as...

  • mi compadre en la fe
  • ser compadre
noun

A close friend or comrade, mostly used between men.

He introduced Juan as his compadre, they've been friends since childhood.
Visual representation of "compadre" - A close friend or comrade, mostly used between men.

Often appears as...

  • mi compadre
  • compadre y amigo
noun

In Spanish-speaking cultures, the godfather of one's child or the father of one's godchild.

I am the compadre of my nephew because I am his godfather.
Visual representation of "compadre" - In Spanish-speaking cultures, the godfather of one's child or the father of one's godchild.

Often appears as...

  • mi compadre en la fe
  • ser compadre
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "compadre"
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Male Bonding

Used among men to emphasize a strong friendship or bond, similar to brotherhood.

Illustration for Male Bonding
At the reunion, he proudly called him his compadre.
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Informal Use

It's an informal term, suitable for social settings rather than professional or formal ones.

Illustration for Informal Use
At the barbecue, I introduced Carlos as my compadre.
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Cultural Warmth

In Latin American and Spanish cultures, it conveys warmth and affection between close friends.

Illustration for Cultural Warmth
When moving away, he told his neighbor, 'You'll always be my compadre.'
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Male Bonding

Used among men to emphasize a strong friendship or bond, similar to brotherhood.

Illustration for Male Bonding
At the reunion, he proudly called him his compadre.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Informal Use

It's an informal term, suitable for social settings rather than professional or formal ones.

Illustration for Informal Use
At the barbecue, I introduced Carlos as my compadre.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Warmth

In Latin American and Spanish cultures, it conveys warmth and affection between close friends.

Illustration for Cultural Warmth
When moving away, he told his neighbor, 'You'll always be my compadre.'
LampPro Tip 1/3

Male Bonding

Used among men to emphasize a strong friendship or bond, similar to brotherhood.

Illustration for Male Bonding
At the reunion, he proudly called him his compadre.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Informal Use

It's an informal term, suitable for social settings rather than professional or formal ones.

Illustration for Informal Use
At the barbecue, I introduced Carlos as my compadre.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Warmth

In Latin American and Spanish cultures, it conveys warmth and affection between close friends.

Illustration for Cultural Warmth
When moving away, he told his neighbor, 'You'll always be my compadre.'
Visual representation of the word "Compadre"

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