In Costa Rica, “mae” is the most common slang term for friend, used similarly to “dude” in English. “Compa” (short for “compadre”) is another friendly way to address someone. Young people might use “bro” or “bródder”, borrowed from English. “Mopri” (a playful inversion of “primo”, meaning cousin) is also used among friends.
Exploring Costa Rican Slang for “Friend”
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