English–Japanese
“little brother” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiotōto
Example
弟は十歳です。otōto wa jū sai de su
My little brother is ten years old.
How to say “little brother” in Japanese
“Little brother” in Japanese is 弟 (otōto). 弟 can also mean “younger brother”.
Describes the younger male sibling of the person speaking.
Example sentences with 弟
弟は毎日学校へ行きます。otōto wa mai nichi gak kō e i ki ma su
My younger brother goes to school every day.
弟と買い物に行きます。otōto to ka i mono ni i ki ma su
I go shopping with my little brother.
Tips for using 弟
- The word 弟 (otōto) makes a distinction that English speakers often need to express separately because "brother" does not show whether the sibling is older or younger.