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ko

/kəʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does ko mean?

noun

A Japanese title or honorific suffix, used to express respect or courtesy. It is often translated as 'elder brother' or 'older brother'.

Example

"The sensei was addressed as ko by his younger students as a sign of respect."

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