Basic Details
Word: Sister
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A female family member who has the same parents as another person.
Synonyms: Sibling, relative
Antonyms: Brother
Idioms and Phrases
- Sisterly love: The special affection and bond between sisters. Example: "The sisterly love they shared was evident when they helped each other with homework."
- Blood is thicker than water: Family relationships are stronger than other relationships. Example: "Even though they had a fight, she remembered that blood is thicker than water and called her sister."
Usage Examples
Example 1: My sister and I love to play games together on weekends.
Example 2: When I need help with my homework, my sister is always there for me.
Example 3: We celebrated my sister's birthday with a big party and lots of cake.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "sister" comes from the Old English word "sweoster"? It has been used for many centuries to describe female siblings!
Famous Quote
"Sisters are different flowers from the same garden." - Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "sister" mean?
a) A male family member
b) A female family member
c) A type of friend
d) A pet
Answer: b) A female family member
2. Which of these is a synonym of "sister"?
a) Cousin
b) Sibling
c) Neighbour
d) Teacher
Answer: b) Sibling
3. Which sentence uses "sister" correctly?
a) My sister loves to read books.
b) The sister danced around the garden.
c) Sister is going to school next week.
d) My sister plays soccer with the dog.
Answer: a) My sister loves to read books.
4. Which idiom refers to the bond between sisters?
a) Blood is thicker than water
b) As cool as a cucumber
c) A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
d) Like a fish out of water
Answer: a) Blood is thicker than water
5. What is the opposite of "sister"?
a) Mother
b) Wife
c) Brother
d) Daughter
Answer: c) Brother
