Stiefschwester

stepsister

noun SHTEEF-shves-ter Rare

Usage Note

Stiefschwester is the daughter of one's stepparent from a previous relationship, distinct from Halbschwester (half-sister). Patchwork families (Patchworkfamilien) often include both, requiring careful use of these terms.

Examples

"Ihre Stiefschwester und sie verstehen sich sehr gut."

Natural Translation

She and her stepsister get along very well.

Literal Translation

Her step-sister and she understand themselves very well.

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