Schwester

noun

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sister

nun

nurse

Synonyms and Related Words for Schwester

Krankenschwester Pflegerin Nonne Ordensschwester Pflegefachfrau Gesundheits- und Krankenpflegerin

Definition of "Schwester" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "Schwester" in its original language, German. This section is designed to help you understand the word in different contexts and sentence structures, especially while learning English.

The definitions and example sentences are presented across a range from beginner (A1) to intermediate (B1) levels. This way, you can learn the word step by step, from its most basic meaning to more complex usages. Each example is provided with its translation in German, ready for correct context and usage.

Weibliche Person, die dieselben Eltern wie eine andere Person hat.

DE: “Das ist meine Schwester Anna.”
A1
EN: “This is my sister Anna.”

DE: “Meine ältere Schwester wohnt in einer anderen Stadt.”
A2
EN: “My older sister lives in another city.”

DE: “Obwohl wir Schwestern sind, haben wir sehr unterschiedliche Interessen.”
B1
EN: “Although we are sisters, we have very different interests.”

Berufsbezeichnung für eine weibliche Pflegekraft in einem Krankenhaus oder einer Praxis; offizielle Bezeichnung: Gesundheits- und Krankenpflegerin.

DE: “Die Schwester bringt das Medikament.”
A1
EN: “The nurse is bringing the medicine.”

DE: “Rufen Sie bitte die Schwester, wenn Sie Schmerzen haben.”
A2
EN: “Please call the nurse if you are in pain.”

DE: “Die leitende Schwester der Station ist für den Dienstplan verantwortlich.”
B1
EN: “The head nurse of the ward is responsible for the duty roster.”

Weibliches Mitglied einer religiösen Ordensgemeinschaft.

DE: “Die Schwester betet in der Kirche.”
A1
EN: “The sister is praying in the church.”

DE: “Viele Schwestern leben zusammen in einem Kloster.”
A2
EN: “Many sisters live together in a convent.”

DE: “Schwester Maria hat ihr ganzes Leben dem Dienst an den Armen gewidmet.”
B1
EN: “Sister Maria has dedicated her entire life to serving the poor.”

Words Similar in Spelling to Schwester

schwer Brüder und Schwestern Ordensschwester Schweizer Krankenschwester