camaradas
“camaradas” means “friends” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
friends, buddies
Also: pals, companions
📝 In Action
Mis camaradas de la escuela me ayudaron con el proyecto.
A2My friends from school helped me with the project.
¡Hola, camaradas! ¿Qué vamos a hacer esta noche?
A1Hey, buddies! What are we going to do tonight?
comrades
Also: fellow soldiers
📝 In Action
El líder se dirigió a sus camaradas en el congreso con un mensaje de unidad.
C1The leader addressed his comrades at the congress with a message of unity.
Los viejos camaradas de la revolución se reunieron para conmemorar la fecha.
B2The old comrades of the revolution gathered to commemorate the date.
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Words that translate to "camaradas" in Spanish:
buddies→companions→comrades→fellow soldiers→friends→pals→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: camaradas
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'camaradas' in its more formal, political meaning?
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The word comes from the older Spanish word 'cámara' (meaning 'room' or 'chamber'). Originally, a 'camarada' was someone with whom you shared a room, especially soldiers or travelers. This idea of sharing a space evolved into sharing life experiences or beliefs, leading to the meaning of 'close friend' or 'fellow member'.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'camaradas' masculine or feminine?
The word 'camarada' is a noun that can refer to people of any gender. When used in the plural, 'camaradas' (masculine plural) is typically used for a mixed group or when the gender is unspecified, similar to how 'amigos' is used for a mixed group of friends.
Can I use 'camaradas' instead of 'amigos'?
Yes, absolutely! 'Camaradas' suggests a very close bond or shared experience. While 'amigos' is the most common word for friends, 'camaradas' often implies a deeper sense of loyalty or shared struggle, even in casual settings.