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matey

/ˈmeɪti/

Translations

mateynoun

mateys

/ˈmeɪti/

poteFamilier.

I went fishing with a couple of old mateys from the navy.

Je suis allé pêcher avec quelques vieux potes de la marine.

Additional translations

amiPlus neutre que « pote ».

matelotDans un registre maritime ou de style pirate, comme apostrophe amicale.

Synonyms

mateyadjective

more matey

Comp.

most matey

Super.

/ˈmeɪti/

Used to describe a friendly or overly familiar manner

amicalSe dit d'une attitude ou d'un ton cordial et informel.

They had a relaxed, matey conversation over lunch.

Ils ont eu une conversation détendue et amicale pendant le déjeuner.

Additional translations

trop familierSe dit d'une familiarité jugée excessive ou déplacée.

Synonyms

Definitions

mateynoun

A friendly form of address for a companion or friend, often used in a nautical context.

Ahoy, matey! Are you ready to set sail?

A friend or companion; buddy.

I went fishing with a couple of old mateys from the navy.

mateyadjective

Friendly and informal in manner; amicable.

They had a relaxed, matey conversation over lunch.

Overly familiar or impertinently friendly.

His matey tone with the CEO surprised everyone in the meeting.