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How to Say "Brother" in Latin

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
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"Brother" in Latin ยท say it like frah-ter

The most natural way to say "Brother" in Latin is frater. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

germanus
used to refer to a full brother in a more formal context
soror
used when referring to a sister, but can be used in a familial context

When to use it

Use 'frater' when referring to a male sibling in a general sense. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts. In literature or historical texts, 'frater' is often used to denote brotherhood or camaraderie.

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Examples in Latin

LatinEnglish
Frater meus in schola est.My brother is in school.
Frater tuus mihi amicus est.Your brother is my friend.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'frater' with 'soror', which means sister.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plural of 'frater'?

The plural is 'fratres', meaning brothers.

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