Grandparent: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿ‘ด๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘ต๐Ÿผ
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grandparent

 

[ หˆษกrandหŒperษ™nt ]

Context #1 | Noun

family

A grandparent is the parent of one's parent. Grandparents play an important role in the family structure, offering wisdom, love, and support to their grandchildren. They often have a special bond with their grandchildren, providing a different perspective and enriching their lives.

Synonyms

ancestor, grandfather, grandmother

Examples of usage

  • My grandmother always tells the best stories from when she was young.
  • Visiting my grandparents during the holidays is always a special time for our family.
  • Grandparents can provide valuable advice based on their life experiences.

Translations

Translations of the word "grandparent" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น avรด

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเคพเคฆเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช GroรŸvater

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kakek

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดั–ะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dziadek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฅ–็ˆถ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท grand-pรจre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ abuelo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dede

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ• ์•„๋ฒ„์ง€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dฤ›deฤek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dedko

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฅ–็ˆถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dedek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ afi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ‘แƒฃแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ baba

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ abuelo

Etymology

The term grandparent dates back to the 15th century, derived from the Middle English word 'grand' meaning 'great' or 'big' and 'parent' meaning 'one who begets or brings forth'. Grandparents have been revered in many cultures throughout history for their role in passing down traditions, knowledge, and values to future generations.

See also: grand, grandad, granddad, grandeur, grandfather, grandiose, grandly, grandma, grandmother, grandpa.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,226, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.