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Sisterly: meaning, definitions and examples

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sisterly

 

[ หˆsษชstษ™rli ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

relationship qualities

Sisterly refers to characteristics or qualities that are typical of a sister. It often encompasses feelings of closeness, support, and affection that one might expect in a sisterly bond. This term can describe interactions that are nurturing and protective in nature. It signifies a strong emotional connection, often characterized by unconditional loyalty and care.

Synonyms

affectionate, caring, nurturing, protective, sibling-like

Examples of usage

  • She gave her sisterly advice to help with the decision.
  • Their sisterly bond grew stronger over the years.
  • She welcomed her new friend into her group with a sisterly warmth.

Translations

Translations of the word "sisterly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fraternal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคนเคจ เค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schwesterlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ saudari

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตัั‚ั€ะธะฝััŒะบะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ siostrzany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅง‰ๅฆนใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sororal

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hermanil

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kฤฑz kardeลŸ gibi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž๋งค์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดู‚ูŠู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sesterskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sestra

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅงๅฆน่ˆฌ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sestrinski

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ systur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั–าฃะปั–ะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ”แƒ“แƒแƒ‘แƒ แƒ˜แƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bacฤฑ kimi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hermanil

Etymology

The term 'sisterly' is derived from the word 'sister', which originates from the Old English 'sweostor', meaning female sibling. The evolution continued through the Germanic languages, where similar terms illustrate a familial bond. The suffix '-ly' is added to form the adjective, describing qualities associated with being a sister. The concept of sisterhood has deep roots in many cultures, often linked with themes of loyalty, kinship, and support. Over time, 'sisterly' has come to encapsulate a broad range of supportive and affectionate behaviors that go beyond mere biological relationships, reflecting the nurturing nature many associate with sisters, whether by blood or by choice.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,420 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.