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弟さん
otōsan
younger brother (polite form)
弟さんは大学生です。
My younger brother is a university student.
formal
A polite or respectful way to refer to someone's younger brother, often used when speaking to or about someone else's family member.
弟さんはとても優しいです。
Your younger brother is very kind.
The 'さん' suffix adds politeness and respect, similar to 'Mr.' or 'Ms.' in English.
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Pro Tip
Politeness Level
The 'さん' suffix makes the reference more polite and respectful, suitable for formal or polite conversations.
Gold Rule
Usage Context
Use '弟さん' when speaking to or about someone else's younger brother, not typically for your own brother.
Word Origin
Combination of '弟' (younger brother) and 'さん' (polite honorific suffix).
Usage Notes
Used when referring to someone else's younger brother in a polite or formal context. Not typically used to refer to one's own brother unless in very formal settings.
Word Breakdown
弟
younger brother
rootさん
polite honorific suffix
suffix和英辞典