Yes, a sibling can be a real sister.
Understanding Siblings
A sibling is defined as a brother or sister. This term was once used more broadly to include anyone related to you, but modern usage, especially since its reintroduction to English in the early 1900s, is specifically for children of the same parent(s).
Siblings Defined
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Sibling | A brother or sister; a child of the same parent(s). |
| Brother | A male sibling. |
| Sister | A female sibling. |
Key Points from the Reference
- The term 'sibling' now means a brother or sister, children of the same parent or parents.
- 'Sibling' was reintroduced into English in the early 1900s as a useful anthropological term.
- Before this, 'sibling' had a broader meaning referring to anyone related to you.
When is a Sibling a Sister?
A sibling is a real sister when that sibling is female.
- If a person is female and shares at least one parent with you, she is your sister, therefore a real sister as well as a sibling.
- It is also important to note that the term 'real' is typically used when differentiating between biological versus non-biological relationships, such as adopted siblings. However, by the definitions provided, if that person is indeed a sibling, then that person is a real sibling, regardless of whether they are blood related or adopted.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a female sibling is, by definition, a real sister.
