uncle in Latin
uncle in Latin is avunculus, patruus, thius — uncle means the brother of one's mother or father, or the husband of one's aunt.
uncle in Latin
avunculus
The brother or brother-in-law of one’s parent.
patruus
The brother or brother-in-law of one’s parent.
thius
The brother or brother-in-law of one’s parent.
barbas
The brother or brother-in-law of one’s parent.
What does "uncle" mean?
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noun The brother of one's mother or father, or the husband of one's aunt.
"My uncle took me fishing every summer."
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noun A term of affection or respect for an older man who is a close family friend, not necessarily a blood relative.
"The kids call him Uncle Joe even though he's not really family."
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intj A word shouted to admit defeat, especially as a child during play-fighting.
""Uncle! Uncle!" he yelled, and his brother let go."
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uncle in a sentence
- My uncle took me fishing every summer.
- The kids call him Uncle Joe even though he's not really family.
- "Uncle! Uncle!" he yelled, and his brother let go.
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What is "uncle" in Latin?
"uncle" in Latin is avunculus, patruus, thius. uncle means: The brother of one's mother or father, or the husband of one's aunt.
How do you use "uncle" in a sentence?
Example: "My uncle took me fishing every summer." In Latin, "uncle" is avunculus, patruus, thius.
Are there other ways to say "uncle" in Latin?
Yes — Latin has 4 translations listed for "uncle": avunculus, patruus, thius, barbas.
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