How to Say “Older sister” in Mandarin

姐姐
jiějie

Older sister

Loop it until it sticks →or hear it in a slower voice, tone by tone

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  • 姐jiěolder sister
  • 姐jieolder sister

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How do you say "Older sister" in Mandarin?
"Older sister" in Mandarin is 姐姐, pronounced jiějie (third tone, neutral tone).
What does 姐姐 mean literally?
姐姐 breaks down as 姐 (older sister) + 姐 (older sister).
What tones does 姐姐 use?
姐姐 is pronounced jiějie: third tone, neutral tone.