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A friend who is as close as a brother, showing deep trust and affection.
Nonostante gli anni passino, la nostra amicizia fraterna rimane immutata.
Despite the passing years, our brotherly friendship remains unchanged.
È un amico fraterno: posso contare su di lui in qualsiasi momento.
He's a close friend: I can count on him at any time.
Often used to describe a friendship that transcends ordinary bonds, emphasizing loyalty and emotional closeness.
Use 'amico fraterno' to emphasize a friendship that feels like family. It’s stronger than 'amico stretto' (close friend) but less formal than 'fratello d'anima' (soulmate).
While 'fraterno' literally means 'brotherly', the phrase describes emotional closeness, not a literal sibling relationship.
From Latin 'amicus' (friend) + 'fraternus' (brotherly). The phrase evolved in Italian to describe a friendship of exceptional depth and trust.
Used for both male and female friends, though 'amica fraterna' is more common for women. Avoid using in casual contexts; it implies a serious, lifelong bond.