Iho (en. Brother)
/ˈi.ho/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A term used to refer to the younger male in a family or group.
Juan is the younger brother of the family.
Si Juan ang iho ng pamilya.
A term of endearment or respect used in formal or informal contexts.
Brother, get ready for your assignments.
Iho, humanda ka na sa iyong takdang aralin.
The name of a person who has a familial relationship as a younger sibling.
The brothers gathered together to play.
Nagsama-sama ang mga iho sa kanilang laro.
Etymology
Awareness of love and respect.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Brother, what's the news?
A way of asking the younger sibling about their situation.
Iho, anong balita?
Related Words
older brother
A term for the older male in the family.
kuya
sibling
A general term for males and females who have siblings.
kapatid
Slang Meanings
A term for a boy, often used in a cheerful tone.
Son, how have you been? It's been a long time since we last saw each other!
Iho, kumusta na? Ang tagal na nating di nagkita!
Often used by elders towards young boys.
Son, don't worry, I'm right here.
Iho, huwag kang mag-alala, nandito lang ako.
A term used among close friends as a joke.
Come on, son, join us in our hangout later!
Sama ka na, iho, sa gimik natin mamaya!
Name for a favorite child.
Because you're my son, you're always the favorite.
Dahil ikaw ang iho ko, lagi kang paborito.