aa3 sou2亞嫂亚嫂
Jyutpingaa3 sou2
Yalea sóu
Definition
One's elder brother's wife; sister-in-law.
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How it's used
Using 亞嫂 is a polite and respectful way to address or refer to an older brother's wife. It functions as a kinship term that bridges the gap between formal address and family intimacy. It is also frequently used by close friends of the husband to address his wife respectfully.
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Is your sister-in-law coming over for dinner today?
My sister-in-law loves making desserts for us to eat.
Related words
Common phrases
send regards to your sister-in-law
Common mistake
Do not use this term for a younger brother's wife, as that would be 弟婦. Using it for someone significantly older than you who is not related can sometimes sound overly familiar or slightly patronizing depending on the context.
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