Translation of Japanese word "弟" to English
弟
おとうと
[otouto]
IPA: /otouɖo/
Meaning
NounOne's younger brother.
How to use
弟 (otouto) — 'younger brother'. Referring to someone else's: 弟さん (otoutosan). 兄弟 (kyoudai) — siblings. Fundamental vocabulary item used across formal and informal Japanese speech and writing.
🇬🇧 English
younger brother
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 弟
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): おとうと
Romaji Transcription: otouto
Example Sentences
弟は今年高校生になりました。
おとうと は ことし こうこうせい に なりました。
My younger brother became a high-school student this year.
弟と一緒に公園へ行きました。
おとうと と いっしょ に こうえん へ いきました。
I went to the park with my younger brother.
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Common phrases
- 私の弟— my younger brother
- 肱は子できだは。— My younger brother is here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "弟" mean?▼
The Japanese word "弟" means "younger brother" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "弟"?▼
The word "弟" is read as "おとうと" (otouto). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "弟は今年高校生になりました。".
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