Dutch · Family & Relationships
de zus
sister
Beginnernoun
Definition
A female sibling.
Example
Mijn zus studeert medicijnen.
My sister studies medicine.
Etymology
'De zus' originates from the Middle Dutch 'suster', which derives from the Proto-Germanic '*swistar', indicating a familial bond between female siblings.
How & Where It’s Used
'De zus' is commonly used in informal settings and spoken language but remains relevant in written contexts as well, familiar throughout the Dutch-speaking world.