# Salanio — The Merchant of Venice character guide

> Salanio in The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0002-act-i-scene-i

## Who they are

Another friend of Antonio who discusses his misfortunes.

## Relationships

### [Antonio](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_merchant_of_venice_se/characters/antonio)

_friendship_

Salanio is a friend of Antonio, part of his circle of merchant companions in Venice.

## In the story

### [Scene I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_merchant_of_venice_se/chapters/act-i-scene-i)

Joins Salerio in discussing Antonio's sadness and the risks of sea ventures.

### [Scene VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_merchant_of_venice_se/chapters/act-ii-scene-viii)

Describes Shylock's confused and outrageous lament; expresses concern for Antonio's bond with Shylock.

### [Scene I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_merchant_of_venice_se/chapters/act-iii-scene-i)

Discusses Antonio's shipwreck and taunts Shylock about Jessica's flight.

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