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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.

Exemplos

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I am taking my grandchild to the park this afternoon.

I am taking my grandchild to the park this afternoon.

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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.

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Look at this cute photo of my new grandchild!

Look at this cute photo of my new grandchild!

Família de palavras

Substantivo
grandchild
Relacionado
grandchildren, grandparent, grandson, granddaughter
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Dica de memorização

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

Quiz rápido

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

Correto!

A resposta correta é: a

Exemplos

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.

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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.

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

business

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

Família de palavras

Substantivo
grandchild
Relacionado
grandchildren, grandparent, grandson, granddaughter

Colocações comuns

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

Frases Comuns

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

Frequentemente confundido com

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.

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Notas de uso

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.

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Erros comuns

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

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Dica de memorização

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

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Origem da palavra

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

Padrões gramaticais

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

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).'

Quiz rápido

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

Correto!

A resposta correta é: a

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A generation is a group of people who are born and live at about the same time, such as parents or children. It also describes the average period of time, about 20 to 30 years, between the birth of parents and their children.

marriage

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married

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The state of having a husband or a wife through a legal or formal ceremony. It describes a person who has entered into a marriage contract with another person.

single

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A person who is not married or does not have a romantic partner. It can also refer to an individual living alone or a status on official documents.

engaged

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To be engaged means that two people have promised to marry each other. It describes the time between a couple's decision to wed and the actual wedding ceremony.

couple

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A couple refers to two people who are married or in a romantic relationship. It can also be used to describe two things of the same kind that are joined or considered together.

relationship

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A relationship is the way two or more people or groups feel and behave toward each other. It describes the connection between people, such as friends, family members, or partners.

care

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The process of providing for the needs, health, and protection of someone or something. In a family context, it refers to the attention and support given to children, parents, or other relatives.

respect

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A feeling of admiration for someone because of their good qualities or status. In a family, it means treating parents and siblings with kindness and listening to their opinions.

home

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A home is the place where a person or a family lives and feels they belong. It is often used to describe both the physical building and the emotional sense of comfort and safety associated with it.

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