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"Sister-in-law" in German: Schwägerin
die Schwägerin
Sister-in-law in German is die Schwägerin, feminine. Plural is die Schwägerinnen. It covers your sibling’s wife or your spouse’s sister.
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SHVAIR-ghinn
/ˈʃvɛːɡəʁɪn/
SHVAIR-ghinn. Soft ä. Soft final -in.
"Sister-in-law" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| die Schwägerin | sister-in-law Default. | Default. |
| meine Schwägerin | my sister-in-law Possessive. | Possessive. |
| die Schwägerinnen | sisters-in-law Plural. | Plural. |
| Schwager | brother-in-law Related word. | Related word. |
How to use Schwägerin in real life
- 1Family lunch
Meine Schwägerin bringt den Salat.
My sister-in-law is bringing the salad.
Meine Schwägerin.
- 2Introducing
Das ist meine Schwägerin Lea.
This is my sister-in-law Lea.
Meine Schwägerin + name.
- 3Group
Beide Schwägerinnen kommen mit.
Both sisters-in-law are coming along.
Schwägerinnen plural.
Mistakes English speakers make with Schwägerin
Incorrect: der Schwägerin (nominative)
Correct: die Schwägerin
Nominative is die Schwägerin.
Incorrect: Schwägerinen
Correct: Schwägerinnen
Plural needs -innen: Schwägerinnen.
Good to know
Good to knowSchwägerin is the clear in-law label; after that many families use first names. It pairs with Schwager in wedding and holiday talk.
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Holiday cooking
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Hilft deine Schwägerin in der Küche?
Is your sister-in-law helping in the kitchen?
You
Ja, meine Schwägerin schneidet Gemüse.
Yes, my sister-in-law is chopping vegetables.
ChatPal
Super. Mag deine Schwägerin scharfes Essen?
Great. Does your sister-in-law like spicy food?
You
Nein. Meine Schwägerin mag es mild.
No. My sister-in-law likes it mild.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Sister-in-law" in German
What gender is Schwägerin?
Feminine: die Schwägerin.
Plural?
Die Schwägerinnen.
Brother-in-law?
Der Schwager.
Who counts as Schwägerin?
Sibling’s wife or spouse’s sister.
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