prieten cu beneficii
friends with benefits
Advanced Phrase
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Pronunciation
/pri.ˈe.ten ku be.ne.ˈfi.tʃi.i/
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Cultural Note
This phrase is a direct calque from English and is understood mainly by younger, urban Romanians. The concept is less openly discussed in traditional Romanian culture, where relationships are typically expected to have clear romantic commitment from early on.
📝 Example Sentences
Suntem doar prieteni cu beneficii, nimic serios.
We're just friends with benefits, nothing serious.
Nu mai vreau să fiu prieten cu beneficii.
I don't want to be friends with benefits anymore.