兄さん
oniisan
Common
N5
noun
Translations
1.
older brother
2.
young man
Notes
The term 'お兄さん' is often used to refer to one's own older brother or to address a young man in a friendly manner. It can be used both within the family and in casual interactions with strangers.
Examples
兄さんはどこにいますか？
Oniisan wa doko ni imasu ka?
Where is your older brother?
兄さんは優しい人です。
Oniisan wa yasashii hito desu.
My older brother is a kind person.
あの兄さんに道を聞いてみよう。
Ano oniisan ni michi o kiite miyou.
Let's ask that young man for directions.