English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "he's my friend" Mean?

Learn what "he's my friend" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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hideout. He's my friend but he only comes

It is a playful, unusual way of saying someone appears only occasionally.

From The Haunted Sisters, Episode 15

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker makes a strange joke-like comment about a friend only appearing sometimes.

Usage Scenario

Use this only in a joking or teasing context. It sounds odd and can be confusing if the listener does not understand the playful tone.

Better ways to say it

1
He's my friend, but he only comes out to play a few times.
2
He only comes out to play sometimes.
3
He shows up only a few times.

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