Paisano is a Spanish term meaning 'fellow countryman' or 'COMPATRIOT'. It is often used to refer to a close FRIEND or neighbor. The term can also be used to describe someone from the same region or town. In this crossword, the solutions for paisano are AMIGO (5 letters) and PAL (3 letters). AMIGO is a Spanish word meaning 'FRIEND' while PAL is an informal term for a FRIEND or companion. Both terms are used to describe someone who is close to you and with whom you share a strong bond.