dà jiě
sœur aînée
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这位大姐是哪里人？
Zhè wèi dà jiě shì nǎ lǐ rén?
Where is this elder sister from?
大姐，您贵姓？
Dà jiě, nín guì xìng?
Elder sister, what is your last name?
大姐，您今年多大年纪了？
Dà jiě, nín jīn nián duō dà nián jì le?
Elder sister, how old are you this year?
姐姐 (jiějie)
older sister
大姊 (dàzǐ)
older sister
小妹 (xiǎomèi)
younger sister
妹妹 (mèimei)
younger sister
The Chinese word 大姐 (dàjiě) is composed of two characters: 大 (dà), meaning "big" or "elder", and 姐 (jiě), meaning "older sister". The term 大姐 is used as a respectful form of address for an older woman, particularly one who is not a relative. It can also be used to refer to a woman who is in a position of authority or respect, such as a teacher or a leader.The character 大 (dà) is one of the most common characters in the Chinese language, and it has a wide range of meanings. In addition to "big" or "elder", it can also mean "great", "important", or "very". The character 姐 (jiě) is also a common character, and it is used to refer to an older sister. It can also be used as a term of endearment for a young woman.The combination of the characters 大 and 姐 creates a word that is both respectful and affectionate. It is a term that is often used to address women who are older than the speaker, and it is a sign of respect and admiration.
