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10 Language-to-English DictionariesNakama
/nɑː.kɑː.mɑː/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A close friend or companion, often used to describe a member of a group or team.
"In the anime, the protagonist always relies on his nakama during their adventures." - 2
A term used in Japanese culture to signify camaraderie and loyalty among friends.
"The concept of nakama emphasizes the importance of teamwork and mutual support."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'nakama' originates from the Japanese language, where it means 'companion' or 'friend'. It is derived from the classical Japanese word '仲間' (nakama), which has been used since the Edo period to denote a close-knit group of friends or allies.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Nakama" is said worldwide
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Camarade
Transliteration: ka-ma-rad
"Il est mon camarade dans cette aventure."
Kamerad
Transliteration: ka-me-rad
"Er ist mein Kamerad in dieser Mission."
Compagno
Transliteration: kom-pan-yo
"Lui è il mio compagno in questa avventura."
Camarada
Transliteration: ka-ma-ra-da
"Él es mi camarada en esta aventura."
Camarada
Transliteration: ka-ma-ra-da
"Ele é meu camarada nesta jornada."
साथी
Transliteration: sathi
"वह मेरी यात्रा में साथी है।"
伙伴
Transliteration: huǒ bàn
"他是我冒险中的伙伴。"
동료
Transliteration: dong-ryo
"그는 내 모험의 동료입니다."
仲間
Transliteration: nakama
"彼は私の冒険の仲間です。"
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