Learn English – the relationship name of the sibling-in-law’s sibling to me

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For example:

  1. I have a sister named Charlotte.
  2. Charlotte is married to Martin.
  3. Martin has a brother named William.

Martin is my brother-in-law, but what is William to me?

Best Answer

As you have been told on Genealogy & Family History, there is no "technical term" for the relationship you describe.

In most areas of language you select the words used to suit the purpose you wish to achieve. If my sister's husband has two brothers, then

  • the one in jail is her brother-in-law.
  • the famous rock star is related to me by marriage, almost a brother.