友人
yuujin
Common
N3
noun
Translations
1.
friend
2.
companion
Notes
The term '友人' is often used in formal or written contexts to refer to a friend or acquaintance. It is a more formal alternative to '友達' (ともだち), which is commonly used in casual conversations.
Examples
彼は私の親しい友人です。
Kare wa watashi no shitashii yuujin desu.
He is a close friend of mine.
友人と一緒に旅行に行きます。
Yuujin to issho ni ryokou ni ikimasu.
I am going on a trip with a friend.
彼女は多くの友人を持っています。
Kanojo wa ooku no yuujin o motteimasu.
She has many friends.