bhai
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Noun — A friendly, informal term for a brother.
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Etymology
From Hindi and Urdu bhāī ("brother"), ultimately from the Sanskrit word behind "brother" itself — the two words share the same distant ancestor.
Full origin of bhai →Frequently asked questions
What does “bhai” mean?
The word “bhai” means a friendly, informal term for a brother. In plain terms, south Asian equivalent of "brother," used both literally and as a friendly term for a male friend.
How do you use “bhai” in a sentence?
Here is “bhai” used in a sentence: “He grew up close to his bhai, always looking out for him.”
What part of speech is “bhai”?
“Bhai” is a noun.
Where does the word “bhai” come from?
The word “bhai” comes from Sanskrit. From Hindi and Urdu bhāī ("brother"), ultimately from the Sanskrit word behind "brother" itself — the two words share the same distant ancestor.
Is “bhai” a common word?
“Bhai” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “bhai” have?
“Bhai” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a friendly, informal term for a brother.