🇦🇫 Pashto phrases

How to Say "Sister" in Pashto

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
خور
"Sister" in Pashto · say it like khoor

The most natural way to say "Sister" in Pashto is خور. 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

خورکۍ
used for younger sister or in a more affectionate context
بخښنه
used in formal contexts to refer to a sister in a respectful manner

When to use it

You can use 'خور' when talking about your sister or referring to someone else's sister. It is a common term in everyday conversation. 'خورکۍ' is often used when speaking affectionately about a younger sister.

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Examples in Pashto

PashtoEnglish
زما خور په ښوونځي کې زده کړه کوي.My sister is studying at school.
تاسې د خپلې خور سره خبرې وکړئ.Talk to your sister.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'خور' with 'خویندې', which is the plural form for sisters.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'خور' and 'خورکۍ'?

'خور' is used for sister in general, while 'خورکۍ' specifically refers to a younger sister.

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