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Sister

UK /["/ˈsɪstə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈsɪstər/"]/

Definition

a girl or woman who has the same mother and father as another person

In simple words: A female sibling.

Examples

  • My sister loves to play the piano.
  • She is my younger sister and we are very close.
  • I went to the store with my sister yesterday.
  • My sister is a great chef and loves to cook for us.
  • They say that sisters often share a special bond.

Usage notes

Use 'sister' in everyday conversations when referring to female siblings. It is generally informal and suitable for both casual and formal contexts. Avoid using it in overly formal academic writing.

Grammar pattern

sister + (of someone)

Memory hint

Think of 'sister' as 'Si-ster' — picture a sister smiling at you.

Collocations

  • big
  • elder
  • older
  • brothers and sisters
  • brothers or sisters
  • like sisters

Synonyms

  • sibling
  • female sibling
  • blood sister

Antonyms

  • brother

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'sister-in-law' when referring to a brother's wife.
  • Using 'sisters' when speaking about one sister.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'sista' in formal settings.