How to Say "Brother" in Lao
The most natural way to say "Brother" in Lao is ບັນດາ. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
You can use 'ບັນດາ' when referring to a brother in a general sense. It is a friendly term that can be used among peers. For older brothers, use 'ອ້າຍ', and for younger brothers, use 'ນ້ອງ'.
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Examples in Lao
| Lao | English |
|---|---|
| ບັນດາຂອງຂໍ້ອຍສູງກວ່າ. | My brother is taller. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 'ບັນດາ' and 'ອ້າຍ'?
'ບັນດາ' is a general term for brother, while 'ອ້າຍ' specifically refers to an older brother.
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