How to Say "Sister" in Japanese
The most natural way to say "Sister" in Japanese is 姉. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
Use '姉' when referring to your older sister or someone else's older sister. It is a respectful term. For younger sisters, use '妹'. In casual conversations, you might just use the person's name instead.
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Examples in Japanese
| Japanese | English |
|---|---|
| 私の姉は大学生です。 | My older sister is a university student. |
| 姉と一緒に買い物に行きました。 | I went shopping with my older sister. |
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say younger sister in Japanese?
You say '妹' (imouto) for younger sister.
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