Brother in Tagalog

“Brother” in Tagalog translates to “Kapatid na lalaki,” “Kuya,” or “Utol,” depending on age and formality. “Kuya” specifically refers to an older brother and is a term of respect, while “kapatid na lalaki” is the formal term. These words reflect the Filipino culture’s emphasis on family hierarchy and respect for elders.

Delve into the nuanced ways Filipinos refer to brothers, from respectful titles for older siblings to casual slang among friends, with examples that showcase the cultural significance of sibling relationships in Philippine society.

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[Words] = Brother

[Definition]:

• Brother /ˈbrʌðər/
• Noun 1: A male sibling; a boy or man in relation to other sons and daughters of his parents.
• Noun 2: A male friend or associate (informal usage).
• Noun 3: A fellow member of a group, organization, or community.
• Noun 4: A term of address for a male peer or companion.

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[Synonyms] = Kapatid na lalaki, Kuya, Utol, Pare, Manong, Tol, Kapatid, Tiyo (contextual), Bro

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: My older brother helped me study for my final exams last night at the library.
Ex1_PH: Ang aking kuya ay tumulong sa akin na mag-aral para sa aking final exams kagabi sa library.

Ex2_EN: I have two brothers and one sister in our family living in Manila.
Ex2_PH: Mayroon akong dalawang kapatid na lalaki at isang kapatid na babae sa aming pamilya na nakatira sa Maynila.

Ex3_EN: Hey brother, can you lend me some money until I get paid next week?
Ex3_PH: Oy pare, maaari mo ba akong pahiramin ng pera hanggang sa mabayaran ako sa susunod na linggo?

Ex4_EN: My younger brother wants to become a doctor when he grows up someday.
Ex4_PH: Ang aking nakababatang kapatid na lalaki ay gustong maging doktor kapag lumaki siya balang araw.

Ex5_EN: We treat each other like brothers even though we’re not related by blood at all.
Ex5_PH: Tinuturing namin ang isa’t isa bilang mga magkakapatid kahit na hindi kami tunay na magkakaugnay sa dugo.

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