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Definition
Boyfriend; a male romantic partner.
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How it's used
Using 男朋友 implies a committed romantic relationship rather than just a platonic male friend. When referring to a male friend who is not a partner, use 男仔朋友 to avoid any ambiguity. It is common to drop the 男 and simply say 男朋友 when the context of dating is already established.
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Common phrases
to look for a boyfriend
dating boyfriend
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 男朋友 with 男仔朋友, which simply means a male friend. Using the former for a platonic friend will lead people to believe you are dating.
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