Frere Meaning in English
word
ˈfɹɛɹ/, /ˈfɹɪɹ
FRER
frɛə
FREH-uh
Definition
A male sibling; a boy or man who has at least one of the same parents as you.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used for a biological brother, but can also be used for stepbrothers or half-brothers. The plural is 'brothers.' In some cultures, 'brother' can be a term of close friendship.
Spanish: hermanoPortuguese (BR): irmãoPortuguese (PT): irmãoChinese (Simplified): 兄弟Chinese (Traditional): 兄弟Hindi: भाईArabic: أخBengali: ভাইRussian: братJapanese: 兄 - 弟Vietnamese: anh trai - em traiKorean: 형 - 오빠 - 남동생Turkish: erkek kardeşUrdu: بھائیIndonesian: saudara laki-laki
Example Sentences
My frere is two years older than me.
basic
Do you have a frere?
basic
His frere plays soccer every weekend.
basic
I can always count on my frere when I need help.
natural
Even though we fight, my frere and I are very close.
natural
My little frere always makes me laugh.
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