noun

bruv

bruhv

Bruv (noun) means informal British slang for a close male friend or brother. Example: “Alright, bruv, you coming out tonight?”

noun

Informal British slang for a close male friend or brother.

"Alright, bruv, you coming out tonight?"

"He's not really my brother, just an old bruv from school."

How to Use Bruv

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual British way of saying "mate" or "brother."

When to use it

Very informal spoken slang, mainly UK and especially London/urban youth speech — avoid in writing or formal contexts.

bruvs plural

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A shortened, informal pronunciation of \"brother.\"

What does “bruv” mean?

The word “bruv” means informal British slang for a close male friend or brother. In plain terms, a casual British way of saying "mate" or "brother.".

How do you pronounce “bruv”?

“Bruv” is pronounced bruhv (/bɹʌv/ in IPA).

How do you use “bruv” in a sentence?

Here is “bruv” used in a sentence: “Alright, bruv, you coming out tonight?”

What part of speech is “bruv”?

“Bruv” is a noun.