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brethren

[/ˈbrɛðrən/]
nounpl: N/A (already plural)
irmãos
1. plural of brother; male siblings or members of a group sharing a common bond
The brethren gathered at the monastery for evening prayers.
Os irmãos se reuniram no mosteiro para as orações da noite.
2. members of a religious community or brotherhood
The brethren of the order took vows of silence.
Os irmãos da ordem fizeram votos de silêncio.
3. fellow members of a profession, organization, or community
He was respected among his brethren in the medical profession.
Ele era respeitado entre seus colegas na profissão médica.
NYC Slang
homies (informal equivalent for 'fellows' or 'members')
Synonyms
brothersfellowsmembersassociates
Antonyms
sistersadversaries

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
irmãos
common usage in religious contexts
Rio de Janeiro
irmãos
formal/religious register
São Paulo
irmãos
formal/religious register
Portugal
irmãos
primarily used in religious or formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

in brotherhood
band of brethren
fellow brethren
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