French Conversation · Level 22
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French word
amitié
Pronunciation
IPA/amitje/
Meaning
- feminine nounfriendship
Example
Notre amitié est très forte.
Our friendship is very strong.
More examples
Ils ont noué une amitié dès l'enfance.
They formed a friendship in childhood.
Core concept
A mutual bond in which people give one another trust, care, support, and loyalty.
Common phrases
développer une amitié
develop a friendship
une amitié sincère
a sincere friendship
Similar words
amour: Strong romantic love, including sexual feelings for a lover or spouse.
affection: Warm, caring feelings held for family members or friends.
lien: A connection or bond that links people together.
camaraderie: Easy fellowship and solidarity developed through time spent in the same group.
Definition in French
Sentiment d'affection et de confiance réciproque entre deux personnes ou plus, manifesté par le soutien, l'attention et la fidélité.
Word origin
French amitié comes through Old French from Latin amicitia, formed from amicus, meaning "friend," with the abstract-noun suffix -itia.
Usage tips
- Amitié is feminine, so standard forms include une amitié, cette amitié, and beaucoup d'amitié.