icniuhtli
The word for brother in Nahuatl is icniuhtli.
The term refers to a male sibling.
Meaning: male sibling (noun)
Did you know?
- In Classical Nahuatl, icniuhtli is a gender-neutral term that can refer to either a brother or a sister. Specific modifiers are needed if the speaker wants to emphasize the male gender.
- In Nahuatl, the word icniuhtli is used to describe a brother, but it is also the standard word for 'friend'.
- In many Nahuatl-speaking communities, using 'brother' or icniuhtli can be a way to show respect to a stranger, effectively welcoming them into the community.
