Synonyms for

Pals

Verb / pælz / Another word for pals — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Pals means close friends who share activities and experiences.

Synonyms & similar words

buddy chum brother crony sidekick chumup palup pal friends buddies mates companions chums amigos cronies associates acquaintances colleagues confidants playmates allies partners pards homies brothers sisters sidekicks cohorts

Synonyms by register

Formal

colleagues associates compatriots

Informal

buddies mates chums cronies homies

Literary

confidants kindred spirits brethren

Antonyms

enemies foes rivals opponents adversaries strangers

Common collocations

  • close pals
  • old pals
  • best pals
  • childhood pals
  • school pals
  • work pals
  • my pals

Word family

noun pal

Usage note

Pals is an informal term for friends. It is generally used in casual conversation and is less common in formal writing.

Example sentences

  1. I made new pals at school today.
  2. My dog is one of my best pals.
  3. My dad and his pals like to go fishing together.
  4. My mom and her pals go out for lunch every Friday.
  5. My sister and I are pals even though we are different ages.

Quotes

  • True pals always stick together.
  • A true pal is someone who knows all about you and likes you anyway.
  • Pals are the bacon bits in the salad bowl of life.

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