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hermano

brother

noun ehr-MAH-noh Common

Usage Note

hermano has the feminine hermana, and the plural hermanos can mean 'siblings' of mixed gender. It also names a member of a religious brotherhood and, shortened to mano, is slang for 'buddy' in Mexico.

Examples

"Mi hermano vive en Madrid."

Natural Translation

My brother lives in Madrid.

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