Irmãs

Irmãs, also known as sisters, are women who share a bond of kinship, friendship, or religious affiliation. The term can refer to several different contexts:

In a familial context, irmãs are sisters who share the same parents. They are bound by blood and often share a strong emotional connection. In some cultures, the term may also include half-sisters, step-sisters, or even cousins who are raised together.

In a religious context, irmãs can refer to women who have taken vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience, similar to nuns. They often live in a community and dedicate their lives to prayer, service, and the care of others. Examples include the Sisters of Mercy, the Sisters of Loreto, and the Sisters of St. Joseph.

In a social or friendship context, irmãs can refer to women who are close friends or confidantes. They may share similar interests, values, or life experiences, and often support each other through thick and thin.

The term irmãs can also be used in a more general sense to refer to any group of women who are united by a common cause or interest. For example, women's rights activists may refer to themselves as irmãs in solidarity.