Synonyms for

Cali

Verb / ˈkɑ:li: / / ˈkæli: / Another word for cali — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Cali is a nickname for the city of Santiago de Cali in Colombia, South America.

Synonyms & similar words

cali Caleño Vallecaucanos Caleños Pachangueros Caliwood

Synonyms by register

Formal

amiable cordial affable genial

Informal

friendly nice buddy-buddy chummy

Literary

congenial benevolent kindly

Antonyms

unfriendly hostile disagreeable unpleasant rude abrasive

Common collocations

  • friendly to
  • friendly with
  • friendly advice
  • friendly gesture
  • friendly competition
  • friendly fire
  • friendly face

Word family

adjective friendly
adverb friendlily

Usage note

While 'friendly' can describe a positive disposition, 'friendly fire' refers to accidental harm caused by one's own side. It is generally used to describe positive relationships or attitudes.

Example sentences

  1. Cali is a beautiful city in Colombia.
  2. I want to dance salsa in Cali.
  3. Cali is known as the Salsa Capital of the World.
  4. Cali is the third most populous city in Colombia.
  5. Cali is located in the Andean Region of South America.

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