der Kamerad
Translation
comrade, buddy, fellow, pal
Examples
Er war ein treuer Kamerad.
He was a loyal comrade.
Die Soldaten kämpften Seite an Seite als Kameraden.
The soldiers fought side by side as comrades.
Grammar Patterns
((to be a)) comrade to be a comrade He was a loyal comrade.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Freund (friend), Kollege (colleague), Genosse (comrade)
Etymology
From French 'camarade' (roommate), from Spanish 'camarada', ultimately from Latin 'camera' (chamber, room).
Memory Tips
Imagine comrades sharing a 'camera' (room or chamber). It implies a close bond, often forged through shared experience like in the military.