ᒥᓵᓐ
misân
The Cree word for sister is ᒥᓵᓐ (misân).
The term ᒥᓵᓐ is used to refer to a woman or a girl who shares the same parents as the speaker.
Meaning: woman or girl having the same parents (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
misân
Did you know?
- Because many Cree kinship terms are based on roles rather than biological sex, a 'sister' might be used to address a female cousin or even a female elder in some contexts.
- The way one says 'sister' can change significantly depending on whether you are speaking to an older sister or a younger sister.
- Cree kinship terms are designed to define a person's specific responsibility and role within the family, rather than just their genetic connection.
