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[おい()]
oi
noun

English Meaning(s) for 甥

noun
  1. nephew

Definition and Synonyms for 甥

Nephew a son of your brother or sister
Synonyms: 猶子, , 甥御

Meanings for each kanji in 甥

» nephew

Categories 甥 is a member of

Kinsman a male relative
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 甥

Sample Sentences for 甥

He is not my son, but my nephew.
My nephew was excused because of his youth.
It's great that my nephew and niece came over to play, but they're so annoying making such a racket running all over the house all day that I can't stand it.
My nephew was excused on the grounds of his youth.
My nephew is allergic to eggs.

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