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親友

shin'yuu

Description

「親友」は、とても仲がいい、大切な友だちのことです。ただの友だちよりも、もっと近くて信じられる人を指します。

"親友" means a very close and important friend. It refers to someone closer and more trustworthy than just a friend.

Meanings

親友shin'yuu

a close friend; best friend

彼女は私の一番の親友です。

She is my best friend.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    親 (close/intimate) + 友 (friend), literally an intimate friend, stronger than plain 友達.

  • Nuance

    implies deep trust, unlike 友達 which can mean any casual friend or acquaintance.

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