Signification
Informal term for a male friend.
Contexte culturel
In Slovak pubs, 'kamoš' is more than a word; it's a social contract. If you call someone 'kamoš', you are expected to be open to conversation and perhaps buy a round of drinks. In the capital, slang evolves fast. 'Kamoš' is often shortened even further to 'kámo' or used with English loanwords like 'môj kamoš is so cool'. In the East, dialects are strong. While 'kamoš' is understood, you might hear 'pajtaš' or 'kamoško' used with a distinct accent and even more warmth. Slovak influencers use 'kamoši' to address their entire audience, creating a sense of false intimacy and community.
The 'Boyfriend' Trap
If you want to tell people you have a male friend without them thinking he's your boyfriend, always use 'kamoš' instead of 'priateľ'.
Gender Matters
Never use 'kamoš' for a girl. It's a very common beginner mistake that sounds quite funny to natives.
Signification
Informal term for a male friend.
The 'Boyfriend' Trap
If you want to tell people you have a male friend without them thinking he's your boyfriend, always use 'kamoš' instead of 'priateľ'.
Gender Matters
Never use 'kamoš' for a girl. It's a very common beginner mistake that sounds quite funny to natives.
The Diminutive Power
Use 'kamoško' if you want to sound extra friendly or if you're talking to a child or a pet.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'kamoš' (singular or plural).
Idem do kina s mojimi ______.
After the preposition 's' (with), we use the instrumental case. The plural instrumental of 'kamoš' is 'kamošmi'.
Which sentence is correct for a female friend?
How do you say 'She is my buddy'?
Female friends require the feminine form 'kamoška' and the feminine possessive 'moja'.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural slang term.
Peter: 'Čau, ______! Ako sa máš?' Marek: 'Dobre, dikes.'
'Kamoš' is the most natural informal greeting between two male peers.
Match the word to the situation.
Where would you use 'kamoš'?
'Kamoš' is slang and only appropriate for informal, casual settings.
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Aides visuelles
Gender in Slovak Slang
Where you'll hear 'Kamoš'
Social
- • Pubs
- • Parties
- • Festivals
Digital
- • Gaming
Sports
- • Football
- • Gym
- • Hockey
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIdem do kina s mojimi ______.
After the preposition 's' (with), we use the instrumental case. The plural instrumental of 'kamoš' is 'kamošmi'.
How do you say 'She is my buddy'?
Female friends require the feminine form 'kamoška' and the feminine possessive 'moja'.
Peter: 'Čau, ______! Ako sa máš?' Marek: 'Dobre, dikes.'
'Kamoš' is the most natural informal greeting between two male peers.
Where would you use 'kamoš'?
'Kamoš' is slang and only appropriate for informal, casual settings.
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Questions fréquentes
14 questionsNo, you must use 'kamoška'.
Not at all, but it is very informal. Don't use it with your boss.
The plural is 'kamoši'.
'Priateľ' is more formal and can mean boyfriend. 'Kamoš' is casual and just means buddy.
Yes, 'kámo' is a common slang way to address someone directly.
Moji kamoši.
Yes, it is universal, though some regions have their own additional words.
Yes! It's very common to call a dog 'môj kamoš'.
Usually, it's used by younger people, but older people use it when talking to their peers in a casual setting.
It's a cute, diminutive version of 'kamoš'.
S kamošmi.
Never. Only in texts, social media, or informal blogs.
No, it's a shortening of the Slovak word 'kamarát'.
Only if the waiter is young and the place is very casual. Otherwise, it's better to be more formal.
Expressions liées
kamoška
specialized formFemale friend
kamoško
specialized formLittle buddy
brácho
similarBro
známy
contrastAcquaintance
priateľ
synonymFriend/Boyfriend
