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How to Say "Sister" in Welsh

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
chwaer
"Sister" in Welsh 路 say it like khwy-er

The most natural way to say "Sister" in Welsh is chwaer. 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

chwaer fach
used affectionately to mean little sister
chwaer fawr
used affectionately to mean big sister

When to use it

You can use 'chwaer' when referring to your sister or a close female friend. It is a common term in everyday conversation. You might also use it when talking about siblings in general.

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Examples in Welsh

WelshEnglish
Mae fy chwaer yn byw yn Aberystwyth.My sister lives in Aberystwyth.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'chwaer' with 'brawd', which means brother.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do you say older sister in Welsh?

You say 'chwaer fawr' for older sister.

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