Meanings
A person of greater age than someone else, especially one who is respected in a family or community.
ایسا شخص جو کسی اور سے عمر میں بڑا ہو، خاص طور پر جو کسی خاندان یا جماعت میں احترام کا حقدار ہو۔
بزرگ
bazurg
Synonyms
Common Collocations
- elder brother
- elder sister
- elder statesman
Example Sentences
My elder brother takes care of me.
میرا بڑا بھائی میری دیکھ بھال کرتا ہے۔
Mera bara bhai meri dekh bhal karta hai.
Elders in the community are often consulted for advice.
کمیونٹی کے بزرگ افراد سے اکثر مشورہ لیا جاتا ہے۔
Community ke bazurg afrad se aksar mashwara liya jata hai.
Respect for elders is an important value in our culture.
بزرگوں کا احترام ہماری ثقافت میں ایک اہم قدر ہے۔
Bazurgon ka ehtram hamari saqafat mein aik ahem qadr hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'elder' as someone who leads or guides because of their age and wisdom.
Imagine a wise old man with a long beard sitting in a chair, offering advice.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
بزرگوں کی دعائیں کبھی بے اثر نہیں ہوتیں
Bazurgon ki duain kabhi be asar nahi hoti
The prayers of elders are never in vain.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
بڑا آج کل چھوٹے کو سمجھاتا ہے
Bara aaj kal chhote ko samjhaata hai
The elder often teaches the younger.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "elder" — older, senior
First known use: 15th century
The term 'elder' has its roots in Old English, referring to one who is older or holds a position of authority due to their age.