This is the 508th most frequent Norwegian word.
eldre
"Older" or "elder."
In this sentence, 'eldre' is used as a comparative adjective meaning 'older', implying a comparison of age relative to the subject.
Han besøkte sin eldre bror.
He visited his older brother.
Here, 'eldre' functions as a noun referring to an elderly person, emphasizing the age of the individual.
Som eldre må man tenke på helsen.
As an elderly person, one must consider their health.
In this usage, 'eldre' again acts as a comparative adjective to illustrate age but this time it applies to an inanimate object, showcasing versatility in its application to indicate relative age.