parcero

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/paɾˈseɾo/
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A Colombian slang word for a friend or close companion, often used as a friendly address like buddy or mate.
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Examples

  • Los parceros del barrio organizaron el partido.
    The guys from the neighbourhood organised the match.
  • Mi parcera me ayudó cuando llegué a Medellín.
    My friend helped me when I arrived in Medellín.
  • Ese man es mi parcero desde el colegio.
    That guy has been my friend since school.
  • Parcero, gracias por esperarme.
    Buddy, thanks for waiting for me.
  • Nos vemos esta noche, parcero.
    See you tonight, mate.

Similar words

colega
amigo
socio
pana
hermano
compañero

Meanings

Usage

Keep parcero informal and Colombian, with parcera for a female friend and parceros for a group.

Common mistakes

Mi amiga es mi parcero misses the feminine parcera, and using parcero in formal settings sounds too familiar.

Etymology

FAQ

What does parcero mean?

parcero means friend, buddy, or mate in Colombian slang.

Is parcero formal?

No. parcero is informal and belongs in casual Colombian Spanish.

What is the feminine form of parcero?

The feminine form is parcera, used for a female friend or friendly address.

Is parcero the same as parce?

parce is a shorter, very common form of parcero in Colombian speech.

Can parcero be used with strangers?

It can sound too familiar with strangers, so it fits best with friends or relaxed social settings.

What is the plural of parcero?

The plural is parceros, with parceras for an all-female group.

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