English Word · Intermediate
mate
friend or companion
Pronunciation: /meɪt/
Meaning
A friend or someone you spend time or work with.
Example
He shared his lunch with a mate.
He shared his lunch with a mate.
Practice tips
- Practice mate out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.