casual

Parcero / Parce

Friend / Buddy / Bro

par-SEH-roh / par-seh

What does it mean?

"Parcero" (shortened to "parce") is the quintessential Colombian word for a close friend. It's warm, affectionate, and used between people who are genuinely close. Not just an acquaintance — a real friend.

How to use it

"Parce" is the casual shortened form. Use it with close friends only — it implies real friendship and trust.

Example sentences

What's up buddy?

¿Qué más, parce?

He's my best friend.

Él es mi mejor parcero.

Come on man, let's go.

Vamos parce, vámonos.

Related phrases

Llave / Llavecita

Close friend / Best friend (Cali)

Chimba

Awesome / Amazing (Medellín)

More slang phrases

Bacano

Cool / Awesome / Great

Chévere

Cool / Nice / Great

Berraco / Verraco

Badass / Impressive / Tough

Guayabo

Hangover

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