フレネミー
furenemīnoun★IntermediateLoanword from English frenemy
informal
a person who is both a friend and an enemy, often acting friendly while secretly being competitive or harmful
彼女はフレネミーで、表面上は親切だが、裏では私を妨害している。
She is a frenemy, acting nice on the surface but sabotaging me behind my back.
💡
The term combines 'friend' and 'enemy' to describe a complex social relationship.
Collocations
フレネミーになるbecome a frenemyフレネミー関係frenemy relationship
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Related Phrases
裏表のある人phrase
a two-faced person
💡Pro Tip
Usage in Modern Contexts
This term is often used in discussions about social media, workplace politics, or competitive environments.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Misuse
Do not use this term for casual acquaintances; it implies a deeper, more harmful dynamic.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the English portmanteau 'frenemy', blending 'friend' and 'enemy'.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in discussions about social dynamics, workplace relationships, or online interactions.
Word Breakdown
フレ
friend
rootネミー
enemy
root和英辞典