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伯父伯母

bófù bómǔ

Description

"伯父"是爸爸的哥哥,"伯母"是他的太太。

"伯父" is father's elder brother, and "伯母" is his wife.

我们常常一起说"伯父伯母",就是这两个亲人。

We often say "伯父伯母" together, referring to these two relatives.

Meanings

伯父bófù

father's older brother; uncle

我的伯父住在北京。

My uncle lives in Beijing.

伯母bómǔ

wife of father's older brother; aunt

伯母做的菜很好吃。

My aunt's cooking is very delicious.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    伯 means father's elder brother; 父 = father, 母 = mother.

  • Nuance

    伯父 is older than father; 叔叔 (uncle) is younger than father.

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