I would say I only have a couple of close friends.
A friend to me is a friend who is like family. Do things for each other without asking. Just that mental understanding you have of each other most of the time. Words understood without being spoken. You can be yourself without being judged.
Of course in this day we cant find such people because we're to based on materials and money.
I do actually have friends that are really close and do match these expectations I have for friends.
I'd say I'm pretty happy with the few friends I have.