Korean Dictionary

How to say “Older sister (said by female)” in Korean

언니

Eonni

Usage & Context

A female speaker's older sister, or affectionately used for older female friends. Also used in shops where younger female staff address older female customers as 언니. The term implies a warm, familiar sisterly bond and is freely used outside biological relationships.

Example Sentence

언니, 이 옷 어때요? 저한테 어울려요?

Eonni, how does this outfit look? Does it suit me?

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