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Camaraderie: meaning, definitions and examples

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camaraderie

 

[ ˌkɑːməˈrɑːdəri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

feelings of trust and friendship among a group of people

Camaraderie refers to the mutual trust and friendship among members of a group. It is characterized by a sense of unity, loyalty, and support. Camaraderie often develops in situations where people work closely together towards a common goal, fostering a sense of belonging and teamwork.

Synonyms

comradeship, fellowship, solidarity

Examples of usage

  • The camaraderie among the team members was evident in how they supported each other during challenging times.
  • The sense of camaraderie in the military is built on shared experiences and a strong bond of brotherhood.
  • The camaraderie that develops among classmates on a school trip can create lasting friendships.

Translations

Translations of the word "camaraderie" in other languages:

🇵🇹 camaradagem

🇮🇳 सहयोग

🇩🇪 Kameradschaft

🇮🇩 kebersamaan

🇺🇦 товариськість

🇵🇱 koleżeństwo

🇯🇵 友情 (ゆうじょう)

🇫🇷 camaraderie

🇪🇸 camaradería

🇹🇷 yoldaşlık

🇰🇷 동지애

🇸🇦 رفاقية

🇨🇿 soudržnost

🇸🇰 súdržnosť

🇨🇳 友情

🇸🇮 tovarištvo

🇮🇸 félagsskapur

🇰🇿 жолдастық

🇬🇪 მეგობრობა

🇦🇿 yoldaşlıq

🇲🇽 camaradería

Word origin

The word 'camaraderie' originated from the French word 'camarade', meaning comrade or friend. It entered the English language in the early 19th century and has since been used to describe the close bond and friendship within groups of people. Camaraderie is often associated with military units, sports teams, and other organizations where teamwork and mutual support are crucial.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,228, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.