irmão
brother
Pronunciation
/iɾˈmɐ̃w̃/
Cultural Note
The plural 'irmãos' can mean either 'brothers' or 'siblings' (mixed gender). In Brazilian Portuguese, 'mano' is very common slang for brother or close male friend. The word also carries a religious meaning, as 'irmão' is used for fellow church members in Protestant communities.
📝 Example Sentences
O meu irmão mais velho mora em Lisboa.
My older brother lives in Lisbon.
Eles são irmãos gémeos.
They are twin brothers.
Tenho dois irmãos e uma irmã.
I have two brothers and one sister.
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