frate
brother
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈfra.te/
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Cultural Note
The word 'frate' is also used colloquially among close male friends, similar to 'bro' in English. The plural 'frați' can also mean 'brethren' in a broader sense, reflecting strong communal bonds in Romanian culture.
📝 Example Sentences
Fratele meu mai mare locuiește în București.
My older brother lives in Bucharest.
Am doi frați și o soră.
I have two brothers and one sister.
Fratele meu este cel mai bun prieten al meu.
My brother is my best friend.