Definitions
1. (Family Relationship) (General)
Elder brother – (The older of two brothers.)
— She respects her elder brother for his wisdom and guidance.
2. (Age) (General)
Elder brother – (Someone younger than oneself, but older than others.)
— My younger brother looks up to his elder brother for advice.
Synonyms for Elder brother
older brother – hermano mayor 🔊
elder – mayor 🔊
senior – mayor 🔊
eldest – mayor 🔊
Antonyms for Elder brother
younger brother – hermano menor 🔊
younger – joven 🔊
junior – joven 🔊
younger one – menor 🔊
Examples of Elder brother
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| The elder brother took on a responsible role in the family. | El hermano mayor asumió un papel responsable en la familia. |
| The younger sister looked up to her elder brother for guidance. | La hermana menor se dirigió a su hermano mayor por consejo. |
Common Phrases
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| “Elder brother, take care of our younger brother.” | “Hermano mayor, cuida al hermano menor.” |
Conjugations for “Elder brother“
| Tense | Conjugation |
|---|---|
| (default) | hermano mayor – elder brother |
Word of the Day
– elder brother
Usage: My elder brother always looks out for me. – Mi hermano mayor siempre se preocupa por mí.