Freund
friend / boyfriend
A masculine noun (der Freund) with a tricky dual meaning: 'friend' and 'boyfriend'. Context and possessive articles make the difference. The feminine form is 'Freundin' (female friend / girlfriend). This ambiguity is a classic source of misunderstandings for learners.
| Article | Plural | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| der Freund | die Freunde | /fʁɔɪnt/ |
Example Sentences
Er ist ein guter Freund von mir.
He is a good friend of mine.
Ich treffe meine Freunde am Wochenende.
I'm meeting my friends on the weekend.
Hast du einen Freund? — Ja, wir sind seit zwei Jahren zusammen.
Do you have a boyfriend? — Yes, we've been together for two years.
Compound Words
Freundschaft (die) — friendship
freundlich (adj.) — friendly
Common Mistakes
Saying 'mein Freund' when you mean just a friend
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