🇨🇳 How to say

“older brother” in Chinese

哥哥gēge
Illustration of "older brother" in a Chinese cultural setting
A teenage boy is helping his younger brother tie his shoes on the front steps of their house. The older brother looks patient and kind, with the younger one looking up at him with admiration.

Usage note

This word is used for your own older brother or can be used to politely address an older male who is like a brother to you; it's a warm and common term within families.

Examples

  • 我的哥哥很高。

    My older brother is very tall.

  • 哥哥在踢足球。

    Older brother is playing soccer.

  • 这是哥哥的自行车。

    This is older brother's bicycle.

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What does "哥哥" mean?

  • A. older brother
  • B. menu
  • C. chicken meat
  • D. green

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