姨
aunt; sister-in-law (wife's sister)
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
maternal aunt; mother's sister
Used to refer to one's mother's sister. Often preceded by a number to indicate birth order.
My second aunt (mother's younger sister) is coming to my house this weekend.
My uncle (aunt's husband) is very kind to me.
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When I was little, I often spent summer vacations at my aunt's house.
Aunt (eldest maternal aunt), is my mom home?
My aunt gave me a great birthday present.
noun
wife's sister; sister-in-law
Refers specifically to the sister of one's wife. Often followed by "子". The prefix 大/小 indicates older/younger.
He is having dinner with his wife's older and younger sisters today.
My wife's younger sister works in Shanghai.
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My wife's older sister helps us take care of the children.
I get along very well with my wife's sisters.
His wife's sister is an outstanding doctor.