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“older brother” in English

older brother
Illustration of "older brother" in a English 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

Use 'older brother' to refer to a male sibling who was born before you.

Examples

  • My older brother helps me.

    My older brother helps me.

  • He is my older brother.

    He is my older brother.

  • I love my older brother.

    I love my older brother.

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What does "brother" mean?

  • A. older brother
  • B. airplane
  • C. apple
  • D. bag

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