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表哥 (biǎo gē)

Definition

表哥 refers to one's older male cousin from the mother's side of the family.

Analogy

Think of your 表哥 as a cool older brother who happens to be related to you through your mom's side of the family. He can give you advice and guidance just like an older sibling would.

Related terms

表弟 (biǎo dì): One's younger male cousin from the mother's side of the family.

表姐 (biǎo jiě): One's older female cousin from the mother's side of the family.

堂哥 (táng gē): One's male cousin from the father's side of the family.

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