Definition and meaning of English word "bruh"
bruh
/brʌ/
How to use
The term 'bruh' is primarily used in informal settings, particularly in scientific and educational contexts to refer to the rhesus macaque. A common learner mistake is using 'bruh' as a colloquialism or term of endearment similar to 'bro' or 'dude', which is not its intended meaning. Grammatically, 'bruh' is often used as a singular noun and can be subject to pluralization as 'bruhs'.
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bruh
Example
It is important to keep the bruh in a safe place.
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Common phrases
- bruh monkey— bruh monkey
- rhesus bruh— rhesus bruh
- bruh species— bruh species
Frequency rank: #1463 in English
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What does the English word "bruh" mean?▼
The English word "bruh" means "bruh" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "She chose a new bruh yesterday." (which translates as "bruh").
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