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兄ちゃん
ani-chan
older brother (informal, affectionate)
兄ちゃん、今日何してたの？
Big brother, what did you do today?
informal
An affectionate or casual way to refer to one's older brother, often used by younger siblings or close friends.
兄ちゃん、一緒に遊ぼうよ！
Big brother, let's play together!
This term is commonly used in everyday conversation among family members or close friends. It conveys a sense of familiarity and affection.
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Pro Tip
Usage Context
Use '兄ちゃん' when speaking informally with family or close friends. Avoid using it in formal or professional settings.
Gold Rule
Affectionate Tone
The '-ちゃん' suffix softens the tone and makes the term more affectionate. It is commonly used among family members.
Word Origin
Derived from '兄' (older brother) with the affectionate suffix '-ちゃん'. The '-ちゃん' suffix is commonly used to express endearment or familiarity.
Usage Notes
This term is typically used by younger siblings or close friends. It is not used in formal or professional settings.
Word Breakdown
兄
older brother
rootちゃん
affectionate suffix
suffix和英辞典