Definition
吾友 is a classical Chinese expression meaning 'my friend', used in literary or highly formal writing. You'll encounter it in classical texts, historical dramas, or deliberately archaic speech. In modern everyday conversation, simply say 我的朋友 instead. This word carries a dignified, old-fashioned tone.
n.
(literary, archaic) my friend
Examples
- 吾友,?wú yǒu, bié lái wú yàng?My friend, have you been well since we last met?
- 吾友。Cǐ shū nǎi wú yǒu suǒ zèng.This book was a gift from my friend.
- 吾友,。wú yǒu zhī yán, shēn hé wú yì.My friend's words are very much in line with my thoughts.
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