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How to Say "Sister" in Italian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
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"Sister" in Italian 路 say it like so-reh-lah

The most natural way to say "Sister" in Italian is sorella. 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

sorellina
a diminutive form, often used affectionately
sorella maggiore
means older sister, used to specify age
sorella minore
means younger sister, used to specify age

When to use it

Use 'sorella' when referring to your sister or someone else's sister. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts. You can also use it affectionately or in a serious tone, depending on the situation.

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Examples in Italian

ItalianEnglish
La mia sorella 猫 molto simpatica.My sister is very nice.
Ho due sorelle.I have two sisters.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'sorella' with 'fratello', which means brother.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear sorella, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Italian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the plural form of 'sorella'?

The plural form is 'sorelle'.

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