broder

This is the 4969th most frequent Swedish word.


broder

Brother.


The word 'broder' is used here as a noun referring to a sibling, specifically a male one.

Min broder är mycket snäll.

My brother is very kind.


The word 'broder' here signifies a metaphorical usage, indicating someone who is considered close or trustworthy like family even if not related by blood.

Han ser mig som en broder.

He sees me as a brother.


In this context, 'broder' is part of a traditional song used to address someone respectfully or affectionately as 'brother.'

Broder Jakob, sover du?

Brother Jakob, are you sleeping?