elder

UK
/ˈɛldə/
US
/ˈɛldər/

Übersetzungen

eldersubstantiv
elders
Pl.
UK
/ˈɛldə/
US
/ˈɛldər/
The wise elder shared his knowledge with the young.
Мудрый старец делился своими знаниями с молодыми.
The village elder was respected by everyone.
Старейшину деревни уважали все.
He is the elder of the two brothers.
Он старший из двух братьев.
Zusätzliche Übersetzungen
Synonyme
older person
elderly person
elderadjektiv
elder
Komp.
eldest
Super.
UK
/ˈɛl.də/
US
/ˈɛl.dɚ/
The elder brother always looked out for his siblings.
Старший брат всегда заботился о своих братьях и сестрах.
Zusätzliche Übersetzungen
Synonyme
advanced in age
more mature
Antonyme

Definitionen

eldersubstantiv
An older person, often one with influence or authority in a community.
The village elder was consulted for advice on the matter.
A person of greater age than someone specified.
She is my elder by three years.
A leader or senior figure in a tribe or community, often responsible for making decisions.
The council of elders gathered to discuss the future of the tribe.
A member of a Christian church who has been chosen to have spiritual and administrative authority.
The church elder led the congregation in prayer.
A type of tree or shrub, particularly the European elder, known for its clusters of small white flowers and dark berries.
The elder in the garden is in full bloom, attracting many bees.
elderadjektiv
Of a greater age; older.
She is the elder of the two siblings.
Having authority or status due to age or experience.
The elder members of the community were consulted for their wisdom.