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bro

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /broʊ/ · UK /brəʊ/

Forms: bros

bro means: A friendly word used when speaking to a man or boy.

noun

FRIENDLY ADDRESSB1

A friendly word used when speaking to a man or boy.

  • Thanks, bro!
  • Hey, bro, can you help me?
  • Relax, bro, we've got plenty of time.

Similar words: man, mate, buddy

Common phrases: hey bro, thanks bro, sorry bro

BROTHERB1

A boy or man who has the same parents as you.

  • My bro is twelve.
  • Her older bro lives in London.
  • Are you and your bro close?

Similar words: brother

Common phrases: little bro, big bro, my bro

FRIENDB2

A male friend, especially one you feel close to.

  • He's my bro.
  • I spent the weekend with my bros.
  • A good bro helps when things go wrong.

Similar words: friend, buddy, mate

Common phrases: my bro, best bro, a close bro

Questions about bro

What does bro mean?

A friendly word used when speaking to a man or boy.

What is bro in other languages?

Türkçe: kanka · Español: tío · Français: mec · Deutsch: Alter · Italiano: fratello · 日本語: 兄弟

How do you pronounce bro?

In American English /broʊ/; in British English /brəʊ/.

How do you use bro in a sentence?

Thanks, bro! Hey, bro, can you help me?

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