🇬🇧🇪🇸 buddy - compañero : English Lesson

Meaning of "buddy" ("compañero"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

A buddy is someone who sticks by your side, whether you’re playing games, sharing snacks, or getting into silly trouble together. Buddies can be classmates, teammates, or even pets who act like best friends.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

My little brother keeps calling me his buddy, but I know he just wants my candy.

My dog is my best buddy, but only because I’m the one who gives him treats.

I told my buddy I’d share my chips, but I didn’t say how many—he got one.

When I fall, my buddy helps me up—right after laughing at me.

I told my buddy a joke, and he laughed so hard that milk came out of his nose.

My buddy and I go to the park. I toss a ball and my buddy runs fast, paws kicking sand. My buddy drops the ball, looks at me with bright eyes, and waits. A stranger calls, but my buddy stays. I laugh, pick up the ball, and my buddy presses close as the sun goes down.

This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.

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