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VocabJLPT N2
(one's) older brother
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. (one's) older brother
  2. 2. young man
An informal, casual word used to address or refer to an older brother, similar to saying "big bro" in English. It can also be used by children to address a young man they don't know, much like saying "mister" in a friendly, familiar way.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The old photo album is full of pictures of my big brother smiling.

Sentence 2

Why do my big brother's words carry so much weight?

Sentence 3

"Hey bro, lend me your game later!" my little brother shouted.

Sentence 4

I should apologize to my big brother again, shouldn't I?

Sentence 5

Still, my big brother's cooking is surprisingly legit.