Russian · Family & Relationships
Брат
brat
Brother
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
A male sibling.
Example
Мой брат живёт в Москве.
My brother lives in Moscow.
Etymology
The term 'брат' (brat) comes from the Proto-Slavic '*bratŭ', establishing a long historical context of brotherhood in Slavic societies.
How & Where It’s Used
'Брат' is widely used in both formal and informal settings, often in familial and social contexts reflecting camaraderie.