Didi

usgb/ˈdiːdiː/
noun

Older sister in Hindi and other Indian languages.

Ravi always asks his didi for help with his homework.
Visual representation of "didi" - Older sister in Hindi and other Indian languages.

Often appears as...

  • ask didi
  • meet didi
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Family Respect

Using 'didi' signifies respect for an older sister, showing familial closeness and honor in Indian culture.

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Even after an argument, Sumit respectfully referred to her as his didi.
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Gender Specific

'Didi' explicitly refers to an older female sibling; it's not used for older brothers.

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At the family reunion, Priya was surrounded by her younger cousins calling her 'didi'.
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Cultural Nuance

'Didi' can be used beyond biological relations, addressing any older woman with affection or respect.

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Mina, can I call you 'didi'? You're like a big sister to me.
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