Swedish · Family & People
Bror
Brother
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
A male sibling.
Example
Min bror är tre år äldre än jag.
My brother is three years older than me.
Etymology
'Bror' comes from Old Norse 'bróðir', which shows kinship with similar terms in other Germanic languages. The word has preserved its meaning throughout the centuries as family structure remained significant.
How & Where It’s Used
Utilized in both spoken and written contexts, 'bror' is informal and can appear in casual conversations and familial references. It is universally understood across Sweden, without significant regional differences.