友

Friend or companion.

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友達 the standard word for "friend"

親友 best friend

友人 friend - more formal

Noun

Friend / Companion

Designates a companion or comrade, often implying a shared bond in literary or formal contexts.

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困った時、助けてくれるのが本当の友だ。

A true friend is someone who helps you when you're in trouble.

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Friend or companion.

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