交友

friendship, socializing

k o̞ː j ɯ̟ː

交 interchange; interaction + 友 friend, companion

noun Rare #41,616

friendship, socializing Somewhat formal; often used in 交友関係, meaning “social relationships” or “friendships.”

JA: 大学で友人との交友を深めた。

EN: I deepened my friendships with people at university.

I don't intend to discuss my personal relationships.

— オッペンハイマー (2023)

Friendship and love

— 罪人たち (2025)

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