bunsong kapatid na lalaki
The English phrase "little brother" is translated into Tagalog as bunsong kapatid na lalaki.
This phrase refers to a male sibling who is the youngest in the family.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of bunso (youngest), kapatid (sibling) and na lalaki (who is male).
Which one should you use?
Bunsong kapatid na lalaki specifically refers to the youngest brother in the family, whereas nakababatang kapatid na lalaki is used for any brother who is younger than the speaker.
Did you know?
- While kapatid means 'sibling', its root word patid actually means 'to cut' or 'to sever'.
- In Filipino culture, the bunso is often traditionally the most pampered member of the family and may be given more leeway with rules than the older siblings.
- The word bunso is so culturally significant that it often becomes a lifelong nickname for the youngest child, regardless of whether they have a brother or sister.
Examples in context
- May bunsong kapatid na lalaki si Jose.Jose has a little brother.
- Ang bunsong kapatid na lalaki ay naglalaro.The little brother is playing.
- Mahal ko ang aking bunsong kapatid na lalaki.I love my little brother.
Example conversation
Jose and Jasmine are looking at a family photo.
- JoseSino itong bunsong kapatid na lalaki mo?Who is this youngest brother of yours?
- JasmineSiya si Leo, ang bunso namin.That is Leo, our youngest.
- JoseAng cute niya tingnan dito.He looks so cute here.
- JasmineOo, napakaaktibo niyang bata.Yes, he is a very active child.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries kapatid, lalaki, na, CC BY-SA 4.0.
