1.
comrade, like-minded person
A person who shares the same beliefs, goals, or cause.
2.
fellow, companion
People who share a common characteristic or situation.
同志 refers to people who share common goals or beliefs.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 同志を集める (gather like-minded people)
- 同志として (as comrades)
USAGE NOTE:
- Can have political connotations (communist/socialist movements)
- Also used more generally for allies with shared goals
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 仲間: companion, colleague (everyday)
- 同志: comrade (ideological connotation)
- 同胞: compatriot, fellow countryman