Also means
girlfriend
Usage Note
Amiga is the feminine counterpart of amigo. In many Latin American countries, mi amiga can mean 'my girlfriend' (romantic partner), which creates ambiguity that context usually resolves. Unlike English 'friend', Spanish speakers often add the possessive (mi amiga) where English uses just 'a friend', softening the transactional feel.
Examples
"Mi amiga llegó tarde a la fiesta."
Natural Translation
My friend arrived late to the party.
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