Spanish word

compinche

Pronunciation

IPA/komˈpintʃe/

Meaning

  • noun (m./f.)accomplice

Example

Mi compinche ayudó en el robo.

My accomplice helped in the robbery.

Illustration for compinche (accomplice)

More examples

Mi compinche y yo planeamos una broma para sorprender a Ana.

My accomplice and I planned a prank to surprise Ana.

Core concept

Partner in a shared scheme or prank.

Common phrases

  • mi compinche

    my accomplice

  • tener un compinche

    have an accomplice

  • compinche de confianza

    trusted accomplice

Similar words

cómplice: Person who knowingly helps plan or carry out a crime or serious wrongdoing.
compañero: Person who shares daily life or work, such as a classmate, colleague, or roommate.
socio: Business partner who shares ownership, investment, or responsibility in a joint venture.
secuaz: Loyal henchman who follows a powerful person's orders and helps execute their wrongdoing.

Definition in Spanish

Palabra informal que designa a quien actúa junto a otra persona en una acción compartida, implicando colaboración y, a menudo, complicidad.

Word origin

From colloquial Spanish compinchar 'to plot together', compinche names a person who acts jointly in a plan or scheme.

Usage tips

  • Often used jokingly as mi compinche to mean a close friend, so context and tone determine whether it implies playful camaraderie or serious complicity.

Other meanings

  • buddynoun
  • partnernoun

Opposites

  • denunciantewhistleblowernoun
  • delatorinformernoun

Related words

  • compincharconspireverb
  • compinchadocomplicitadjective

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