Kumpel

See also: kumpel

German

Etymology

Clipping of Kumpan +‎ -el.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): [ˈkʊmpl̩]
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Noun

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  1. (mining) miner
    Synonym: Bergmann
  2. (colloquial) buddy, mate, pal, friend, homeboy
    Synonym: Kollege

Usage notes
  • The general plural is unchanged Kumpel. The form Kumpels is used colloquially in Germany, especially in the north, and primarily in the sense “buddy”. Kumpeln is used in Austria.

Declension

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Derived terms

Descendants
  • → Dutch: kompel
  • → Polish: kumpel

Further reading
  • “Kumpel” in Duden online
  • “Kumpel” in Digitales Wörterbuch der deutschen Sprache
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