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[ぎ(義)·けい(兄)]
gikei
noun

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[あ(義)·に(兄)]
ani
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English Meaning(s) for 義兄

noun
  1. brother-in-law (spouse's older brother or older sister's husband)
  2. older stepbrother
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Definition and Synonyms for 義兄

Brother-In-Law a brother by marriage
Synonyms: 義兄

Meanings for each kanji in 義兄

» righteousness; justice; morality; honor; loyalty; meaning
» elder brother; big brother

Categories 義兄 is a member of

In-Law a relative by marriage
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Sample Sentences for 義兄

My brother-in-law is ready to lose his temper at trifles.
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I have a new relative: my sister got married, so now I have a brother-in-law.
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My brother-in-law easily loses his temper from trivial matters.
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