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

Examples

  • Los parceros del barrio organizaron el partido.
    The guys from the neighbourhood organised the match.
  • Nos vemos esta noche, parcero.
    See you tonight, mate.
  • Ese man es mi parcero desde el colegio.
    That guy has been my friend since school.
  • ¿Qué más, parcero, cómo va todo?
    What's up, buddy, how is everything?
  • Parcero, gracias por esperarme.
    Buddy, thanks for waiting for me.

Similar words

pana
hermano
amigo
colega
socio
compañero

Meanings

Friend, buddy, or familiar address

noun
everyday
informal
A Colombian colloquial word for a friend or close companion, also used as a warm casual address like buddy, bro, or mate.

Examples

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

Similar words

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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