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How to Say "Sister" in Croatian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
sestra
"Sister" in Croatian 路 say it like seh-strah

The most natural way to say "Sister" in Croatian is sestra. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

sestrica
used affectionately or informally

When to use it

You can use 'sestra' when referring to your sister or a close female friend. It is a standard term that fits in both formal and informal contexts. 'Sestrica' is more casual and often used among friends or family.

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Examples in Croatian

CroatianEnglish
Moja sestra voli 膷itati.My sister loves to read.
Imam mla膽u sestru.I have a younger sister.
Common mistake
A common mistake is using 'brat' (brother) instead of 'sestra' when referring to a female sibling.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plural form of 'sestra'?

The plural form is 'sestre'.

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