How to Say “Sidekick” in Spanish

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compinche
/komˈpint͡ʃe/
The English word 'sidekick' can be translated into Spanish as compinche.
compinche is used to describe a sidekick. It often carries a connotation of being an accomplice in mischief or wrongdoing.
Meaning: assistant (noun)

Which one should you use?

While compinche implies a partner in mischief, the term ayudante can be used to describe an assistant in a more formal context.

Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?

compinche is an informal term. For a formal way to say 'assistant', use ayudante.

How does it change in a sentence?

As a noun, you can use compinche with the indefinite article un to mean 'a sidekick'. The plural form is compinches.

How do you pronounce it?

/komˈpintʃe/

Did you know?

  • In many Latin American countries, calling someone your compinche can sound like you are admitting to being part of a criminal gang or an illegal plot.
  • The word compinche is built from the prefix 'com-' and the word pinche, which originally meant a kitchen assistant or a low-ranking laborer.
  • While compinche is a friendly term for a partner in mischief, using the root pinche alone as a noun in some Latin American countries can be a harsh insult.

Examples in context

  • Dr. Watson es un fiel ayudante de Sherlock Holmes.
    Dr. Watson is a faithful sidekick of Sherlock Holmes.
  • Mickey Mouse siempre tiene a su fiel acólito, Goofy, a su lado.
    Mickey Mouse always has his faithful sidekick, Goofy, by his side.
  • Han Solo siempre ha sido el compañero de batallas de Luke Skywalker.
    Han Solo has always been Luke Skywalker's sidekick in battle.
  • Él es mi compinche en este negocio.
    He is my sidekick in this business.
  • No puedo hacer esto sin mi compinche.
    I cannot do this without my sidekick.

Example conversation

Two friends are planning a small prank in a park.

  1. Daniel

    ¿Quieres ser mi compinche en la broma?
    Do you want to be my sidekick for the prank?
  2. Elena

    ¡Claro! Me encanta ser tu compinche.
    Of course! I love being your sidekick.
  3. Daniel

    Entonces, prepárate para la aventura.
    Then, get ready for the adventure.
  4. Elena

    Estoy lista para ayudarte, Daniel.
    I am ready to help you, Daniel.

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