sister
/ˈsɪstə/ · /ˈsɪstər/
CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #82 in the learning path
姐姐；妹妹
Definitions
n. a female sibling
姐姐；妹妹
n. a woman who belongs to a religious community
修女
Example
My younger sister always borrows my favourite blue jumper.
我妹妹总是借穿我最喜欢的蓝色毛衣。
Children who regularly share responsibilities with a brother or sister may develop stronger cooperation skills at home.
经常与兄弟姐妹分担责任的孩子，可能会在家中培养出更强的合作能力。
Collocations
- an older sister
- a younger sister
- a twin sister
- a sister company
Word family
- sisterhood (n.)
- sisterly (adj.)
Usage tip
sister不分姐姐妹妹；需用older或younger说明年龄关系。
FAQ
- What does sister mean?
- a female sibling a woman who belongs to a religious community
- How is sister pronounced?
- UK /ˈsɪstə/, US /ˈsɪstər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
