belle-sœur
sister-in-law
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/bɛl.sœʁ/
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Cultural Note
Belle-sœur refers to a brother's wife, a spouse's sister, or a stepsister. The belle- prefix applies to all in-law relationships. In French families, the belle-sœur is often welcomed as a true sister rather than treated as an outsider.
📝 Example Sentences
Ma belle-sœur organise un dîner ce week-end.
My sister-in-law is organizing a dinner this weekend.
Je m'entends très bien avec ma belle-sœur.
I get along very well with my sister-in-law.