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grandchild

/ˈɡrænd.tʃaɪld/

A grandchild is the child of one's son or daughter. It represents the second generation of descendants after one's own children.

例文

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1

I am taking my grandchild to the park this afternoon.

I am taking my grandchild to the park this afternoon.

2

The benefactor requested that a portion of the trust be reserved for his youngest grandchild.

The benefactor requested that a portion of the trust be reserved for his youngest grandchild.

3

Look at this cute photo of my new grandchild!

Look at this cute photo of my new grandchild!

語族

名詞
grandchild
関連
grandchildren, grandparent, grandson, granddaughter
💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of the 'grand' prefix as moving one level up or down the family tree. A 'grand-child' is the child of your child.

クイックテスト

My son just had a baby boy, so I finally have a _____.

正解!

正解は: a

例文

1

I am taking my grandchild to the park this afternoon.

everyday

I am taking my grandchild to the park this afternoon.

2

The benefactor requested that a portion of the trust be reserved for his youngest grandchild.

formal

The benefactor requested that a portion of the trust be reserved for his youngest grandchild.

3

Look at this cute photo of my new grandchild!

informal

Look at this cute photo of my new grandchild!

4

Sociological research indicates that the presence of a grandchild can significantly improve the mental well-being of the elderly.

academic

Sociological research indicates that the presence of a grandchild can significantly improve the mental well-being of the elderly.

5

Our family insurance policy covers every grandchild listed as a dependent.

business

Our family insurance policy covers every grandchild listed as a dependent.

語族

名詞
grandchild
関連
grandchildren, grandparent, grandson, granddaughter

よく使う組み合わせ

eldest grandchild the oldest child of one's children
only grandchild the single child of one's children
newborn grandchild a very recently born grandchild
visit a grandchild to go see the child of one's son or daughter
expecting a grandchild waiting for a grandchild to be born

よく使うフレーズ

first grandchild

the very first child born to any of one's children

doting on a grandchild

showing excessive love or attention to a grandchild

spoiling a grandchild

giving a grandchild whatever they want, often more than their parents allow

よく混同される語

grandchild vs godchild

A godchild is a child one sponsors at a baptism, while a grandchild is a biological or legal descendant.

grandchild vs grandparent

A grandparent is the older person (mother/father of the parent), while the grandchild is the younger person.

📝

使い方のコツ

The word is gender-neutral; use 'grandson' for a boy and 'granddaughter' for a girl. It is commonly used when the gender is unknown or when referring to a group.

⚠️

よくある間違い

The most common mistake is the plural form; it must be 'grandchildren', not 'grandchilds'.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of the 'grand' prefix as moving one level up or down the family tree. A 'grand-child' is the child of your child.

📖

語源

Derived from the prefix 'grand-' (denoting a generation removed) and the Old English word 'cild' (child).

文法パターン

countable noun irregular plural: grandchildren often used with possessive pronouns (my, her, their)
🌍

文化的な背景

In many Western cultures, there is a popular saying that 'grandparents and grandchildren get along so well because they have a common enemy (the parents).'

クイックテスト

My son just had a baby boy, so I finally have a _____.

正解!

正解は: a

Familyの関連語

father

A1

A father is a male parent of a child. This term describes both the biological relationship and the social role of a man who raises and cares for his children.

dad

A1

An informal and affectionate name for a father, used primarily by children or within a family context. It refers to a male parent who provides care and support for his offspring.

mother

A1

A female parent who has given birth to or raised a child. It is also used more broadly to describe a woman who provides care, protection, and support to another person.

son

A1

A male child or man in relation to his parents. It is a fundamental kinship term used to describe a direct male descendant in a family.

child

A1

A young human being below the age of puberty or the legal age of majority. It can also refer to a son or daughter of any age in relation to their parents.

sister

A1

A sister is a girl or woman who shares the same parents as another person. It can also refer to a woman who shares one parent or someone who is very close like a family member.

twin

A1

A twin is one of two children born at the same time to the same mother. It can also refer to one of two things that are exactly the same or very similar.

baby

A1

A baby is a very young human being, typically from birth until they start to walk. It is a general term for an infant who requires complete care and attention from adults.

toddler

A1

A young child who is just beginning to walk, typically between the ages of one and three. This term describes the developmental stage between infancy and the start of preschool.

adult

A1

A person who is fully grown and developed, typically someone who is 18 years of age or older. It is used to distinguish a mature individual from a child or a teenager.

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