姉
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Base noun form. Used to refer to one's own older sister in a humble or polite manner. Often used with particles for grammatical structure, e.g., 『姉は先生です』 (ane wa sensei desu, 'My older sister is a teacher').
Theme
During a coffee break at work, User chats with their coworker Yamada about family and daily routines.
姉
あね
(my) older sister (humble)
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Think of your older sister as an 'auntie' (sounds like 姉 'ane') who always gives good advice — she's wise and caring! 'Auntie' → 姉 (ane, 'older sister').
Cultural Note
『姉』 (ane, 'older sister') is a humble term used when talking about your own older sister to others, reflecting Japanese cultural emphasis on modesty and respect in social interactions. It's common in formal settings or when addressing superiors.
Forms
Base: 姉Base noun form. Used to refer to one's own older sister in a humble or polite manner. Often used with particles for grammatical structure, e.g., 『姉は先生です』 (ane wa sensei desu, 'My older sister is a teacher').