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how's it going with his to-be younger brother? vs how's it going with his younger brother-to-be?

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. The first phrase 'how's it going with his to-be younger brother?' implies that the brother is not yet younger but will be in the future. The second phrase 'how's it going with his younger brother-to-be?' suggests that the brother is already considered the younger brother, even though the relationship is not official yet.

Last updated: March 31, 2024 • 435 views

how's it going with his to-be younger brother?

This phrase is correct and can be used to refer to someone who will become a younger brother in the future.

This phrase is used to talk about someone who is not yet a younger brother but will be in the future.

Alternatives:

  • how's it going with his future younger brother?
  • how's it going with the younger brother-to-be?
  • how's it going with the soon-to-be younger brother?
  • how's it going with his soon-to-be younger brother?
  • how's it going with the brother who will be younger?

how's it going with his younger brother-to-be?

This phrase is correct and can be used to refer to someone who is already considered the younger brother, even though the relationship is not official yet.

This phrase is used to talk about someone who is already seen as the younger brother, even though the relationship is not formalized yet.

Alternatives:

  • how's it going with his soon-to-be younger brother?
  • how's it going with the future younger brother?
  • how's it going with the to-be younger brother?
  • how's it going with the brother who will be younger?
  • how's it going with his to-be younger brother?

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