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elder

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/ˈɛldər/ · el-der

A person of greater age than someone else, especially one who is respected in a family or community.

Meanings

nounformal

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

seniorold personwise manبزرگتجربہ کارعمر رسیدہ

Antonyms

youngerjuniorchildچھوٹانوجوانبچہ

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.

Easily Confused With

older:Older refers to a comparative state of age, while elder is used specifically to denote respect and is often familial.

Word Family

eldest
adjectiveسب سے بڑا

See Also

💡 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.