Literal Meaning

The brother of one's father or mother; a male relative.

Actual Meaning

Respectful term for any older person, not necessarily related (India/Singapore/Philippines)

Context

Used when addressing and showing respect to older individuals.

Examples

• "'Aunty, can you help me?' (Translation: Ma'am, can you help?)"

Tips

• Not actual relatives
• Respectful address
• Common across Asia