Vietnamese · Family & People
em gái
Younger sister
Beginnernoun
Definition
A younger female sibling.
Example
Em gái tôi mười tuổi.
My younger sister is ten years old.
Etymology
'Em gái' is composed of 'em', meaning younger, and 'gái', meaning girl. This term showcases the same Proto-Austroasiatic roots, emphasizing the familial and hierarchical nature present in the language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Em gái' is frequently used in informal contexts, especially by older siblings referring to their younger sisters. It is widely understood throughout Vietnam in both spoken and written communication.