What does elder mean?

Older than another person, especially within the same family An older person, especially one respected within a community

elder

/ˈeldə/ · /ˈeldɚ/

CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #5312 in the learning path

年龄较大的；年长的

adj. Older than another person, especially within the same family

年龄较大的；年长的

n. An older person, especially one respected within a community

长辈；长者

My elder sister taught me how to ride a bicycle.

我姐姐教会了我骑自行车。

Community elders can help preserve local traditions by sharing their knowledge and experiences with younger generations.

社区长者可以通过向年轻一代分享知识和经历，帮助传承当地传统。

elder 多放在亲属名词前；比较年龄用 older than。

What does elder mean?: Older than another person, especially within the same family An older person, especially one respected within a community
How is elder pronounced?: UK /ˈeldə/, US /ˈeldɚ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.