bruder

This is the 2183rd most frequent German word.

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bruder

Brother.


This demonstrates the colloquial use of "Bruder" to signify a close bond with a person who isn't necessarily a biological sibling.

Manchmal nenne ich meinen besten Freund 'Bruder'.

Sometimes I call my best friend 'brother'.


In this sentence, "Bruder" is used as a familial term to refer to one's male sibling.

Mein Bruder ist sehr gut im Schachspiel.

My brother is very good at chess.


Here, "Bruder" is used in a comparative sense, showing an emotional or physical resemblance to the speaker's sibling.

Der neue Mitbewohner erinnert mich an meinen Bruder.

The new roommate reminds me of my brother.