noun
General Slang
Mate
/meɪt/ · noun · informal
Friend — also a casual way to address anyone, friendly or confrontational.
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Definitions
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A friend or pal, used across the UK and Australia.
“He's a good mate of mine.”
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A general term of address for a stranger, often friendly.
“Cheers, mate, appreciate it.”
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Said sharply, it can carry warning or sarcasm.
“You what, mate?”
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Mate In A Sentence
Alright mate, how's it going?
Thanks mate, you're a lifesaver.
Watch it, mate.
Origin & Usage
A long-standing British and Australian term for a friend, from Middle English, now also a universal casual form of address.
People Also Ask
What does mate mean in British slang?
Mate means friend, and is also a casual way to address anyone in the UK and Australia.
Is mate always friendly?
Usually, but said sharply it can be a warning or sarcastic.
Do Australians say mate too?
Yes — mate is hugely common in Australian English as well as British.
How do you use mate in a sentence?
For example: 'alright mate?' — a casual greeting.
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