It is essential to learn Japanese vocabulary when studying the language. In addition to words borrowed from other languages, Japanese vocabulary is vast and diverse. Learning essential words and phrases, as well as specialized terminology and idiomatic expressions, is essential for effective communication in Japanese.
Japanese Vocabulary: お姉さん (おねえさん)
Meaning: older sister
In addition to addressing older sisters and female siblings, it can also be used to address older women with whom the speaker has a close relationship. This word is referred to as “oneesan” in romaji.
Examples:
- お姉さんはずっと私を励ましてくれました。 (Oneesan has always encouraged me.)
- 先生になるために、お姉さんは頑張って勉強しました。 (In order to become a teacher, oneesan studied hard.)
- お姉さんは私の大切なアドバイザーです。 (Oneesan is my important advisor.)
- 私のお姉さんは美容師です。 (My oneesan is a hairstylist.)
- お姉さんには、私が話したいことがたくさんあります。 (I have a lot of things I want to talk about with my oneesan.)
