em gái
[ʔɛm˧˧ ɣaːj˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) younger sister
NounRegister: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Bà Potter là em gái của bà Dursley, nhưng nhiều năm rồi họ chẳng hề gặp gỡ nhau.Mrs. Potter was Mrs. Dursley's sister, but they hadn't met for several years.
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Sources & notes
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Equivalents & related
Common questions
What does “em gái” mean?
(noun) younger sister
Is “em gái” formal or informal?
em gái is generally formal.