Here are some other ways to say "friend" in Tagalog, depending on the context:
* barkada (group of friends)
* tropa (group of friends, usually used for guys)
* kumpadre/kumpare (male friend, especially someone you share a close bond with)
* kumpare (male friend, used in a more informal way)
* kumpare (female friend, especially someone you share a close bond with)
* kasintahan (lover, boyfriend/girlfriend)
The best way to choose the right word depends on the specific situation and your relationship with the person you're talking about.