现在许多年轻人对友谊的认识存在一些误区。有些人认为能与你经常呆在一起的人便是朋友，有些人认为能经常一起吃吃喝喝的人是朋友

Nowadays many young people have some misunderstanding about friendship.

Some say they will make friends with those who can often stay with them. Some think if a person can eat out with them, he or she is a friend. Others argue that someone who can help them escape punishment when they make a mistake is a friend.

Personally, I don’t agree with the above opinions. What makes a really good friend then?

First, your friend must be honest. They must always tell you the truth, even when the truth might not be what you want to hear. Second , a friend should be helpful and always willing to lend a hand . Favors should be done with gladness. Next, true friends respect each other. A friend should treat you the way they want to be treated. Also, sharing some interests is pretty important when it comes to friendship. Last but not least, a friend should be kind and should love you for who you are.