hermano o hermana /eɾmˈanooeɾmˈana/ · noun · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "sibling".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: el hermano o hermana
  • Language: Spanish
  • Meaning: sibling
  • IPA: /eɾmˈanooeɾmˈana/
  • CEFR Level: B2
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Article: el
  • Image:Photo of hermano o hermana (Spanish)

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Example Sentences

  • Ella tiene dos hermanos, un hermano y una hermana. English: She has two siblings, a brother and a sister.
  • Los hermanos suelen compartir un vínculo especial. English: Siblings often share a special bond.
  • Mi hermano o hermana y yo fuimos a la misma escuela. English: My brother or sister and I went to the same school.

When and How to Use "hermano o hermana"

Use "hermano o hermana" when you want to talk about "sibling" in Spanish. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Spanish study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "hermano o hermana" mean in Spanish?

"hermano o hermana" is the Spanish word for "sibling".

What CEFR level is "hermano o hermana"?

"hermano o hermana" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "hermano o hermana"?

"hermano o hermana" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "hermano o hermana" in a sentence?

Ella tiene dos hermanos, un hermano y una hermana.

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