das Schwesterchen
Translation
little sister, sis
Examples
Mein Schwesterchen spielt im Garten.
My little sister is playing in the garden.
Ich habe meinem Schwesterchen ein Geschenk gekauft.
I bought my little sister a present.
Grammar Patterns
the little sister
Similar Words
Synonyms: Schwesterlein
Etymology
From 'Schwester' (sister) and the diminutive suffix '-chen', indicating smallness or affection.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-chen' always makes a noun neuter (das) in German. Think of it as 'little sister-thing'.