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How to Say "This is my brother" in Italian
Introduce your brother in Italian with 'Questo è mio fratello.' Perfect for family gatherings or meeting new friends.
Questo è mio fratello.
KWES-toh eh MEE-oh frah-TEL-lohneutral
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Use this phrase when you're introducing your brother to someone for the first time. It's common at parties, family dinners, or when meeting a friend's significant other.
Alternatives
- Lui è mio fratello.Use when the brother is already present and being pointed out or discussed.
- Ti presento mio fratello.Use when you are formally introducing him to someone else.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'questo'
Make sure to pronounce the 'ue' together as one sound, not as two separate vowels.
Geminate 'fratello'
The double 'l' in 'fratello' needs to be pronounced distinctly longer than a single 'l'.
A small cultural note
Italians are generally very close to their families, so introducing siblings is common and often done with warmth.
Frequently asked
How to say 'this is my sister'?
You would say 'Questa è mia sorella.' The feminine form 'questa' and 'mia' are used for 'sister'.
Is 'fratello' formal or informal?
'Fratello' is the standard word for brother and works in all contexts. There isn't a separate informal word commonly used.
What if I want to say 'he is my brother'?
You can say 'Lui è mio fratello.' This is used when referring to him, perhaps if he's in the room but not the primary focus of the introduction.
