🇫🇷 French phrases

How to Say "Sister" in French

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
sœur
"Sister" in French · say it like suhr

The most natural way to say "Sister" in French is sœur. 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

sœur aînée
used to refer to an older sister
sœur cadette
used to refer to a younger sister

When to use it

You can use 'sœur' when talking about your sister or someone else's sister. It is a common term in both formal and informal contexts. You might also use it when referring to a nun in a religious context.

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Examples in French

FrenchEnglish
Ma sœur est très gentille.My sister is very kind.
J'ai deux sœurs.I have two sisters.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'sœur' with 'frère' which means brother.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you say 'older sister' in French?

'Older sister' is 'sœur aînée' in French.

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