How to Pronounce Sisters

To pronounce "sisters", say SIST-ers — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɪstəz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsɪstəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sisters”

"sisters" has 2 syllables: sist-ers. It rhymes with blisters and transistors, if that helps it stick.

What does sisters mean?

noun

  1. A daughter of the same parents as another person; a female sibling.

    “My sister is always driving me crazy.”

  2. A female member of a religious order; especially one devoted to more active service; (informally) a nun.

    “Michelle left behind her bank job and became a sister at the local convent.”

verb

  1. To strengthen (a supporting beam) by fastening a second beam alongside it.

    “I’m trying to correct my sagging floor by sistering the joists.”

  2. To be sister to; to resemble closely.

Synonyms

affiliateaffiliatedcharge nursedarlingdearladylovemiss

Antonyms

brother

Words that rhyme with sisters

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blisterstransistorsstepsistersmistersresistorstwisters

Related words

brotherbabyfellowrelatedsisbrotherlybrotherschicks

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sisters"?▾

"Sisters" has 2 syllables: sist · ers.

What is the IPA transcription of "sisters"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sisters" is /ˈsɪstəz/.

What does "sisters" mean?▾

Sisters: A daughter of the same parents as another person; a female sibling.

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