Sister: how to say it, spell it and use it
sister
/ˈsɪstər/
Short answer
The English word sister is pronounced /ˈsɪstər/. It is spelled S-I-S-T-E-R and has 6 letters. With a or an: a sister. The plural is sisters.
Example sentence
My sister likes to draw.
Key facts
- English
- sister
- Pronunciation
- /ˈsɪstər/
- With a or an
- a sister
- Plural
- sisters
- Spelling
- S-I-S-T-E-R
- Number of letters
- 6
- Word list
- Family Words in English for Kids: Members and Plurals
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How do you pronounce sister?
Sister is pronounced /ˈsɪstər/. Press the listen button on this page to hear it.
How do you spell sister?
Sister is spelled S-I-S-T-E-R. It has 6 letters.
What is the plural of sister?
The plural of sister is sisters.
Do you say a or an before sister?
Say a sister.
How do you use sister in a sentence?
For example: My sister likes to draw.
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