English–French

“sister” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/sœʁ/

Example

J'ai deux sœurs.

I have two sisters.

Illustration for sœur (sister)

How to say “sister” in French

“Sister” in French is sœur.

A female family bond that can also name the sisterhood of women living in a convent.

Full entry for sœur: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with sœur

Je vais aller voir ma sœur ce soir.

I am going to go see my sister this evening.

Tips for using sœur

  • Belle-sœur usually means sister-in-law, referring to a spouse's sister or a sibling's wife rather than a biological sister.

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