Stepkids: meaning, definitions and examples
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stepkids
[ ˈstɛpˌkɪdz ]
family relations
Stepkids, also known as stepchildren, are children who are the offspring of one's spouse from a previous relationship. They may live with their stepparent and their biological parent, forming a blended family. The relationship between stepparents and stepkids can vary in terms of closeness and emotional bonds.
Synonyms
blended family kids, bonus children, stepchildren
Examples of usage
- My stepkids have been so accepting of me.
- It's important to build trust with your stepkids.
- We plan family outings with my stepkids every month.
- Stepkids often face challenges integrating into new families.
Translations
Translations of the word "stepkids" in other languages:
🇵🇹 filhos do parceiro
🇮🇳 सौतेले बच्चे
- सौतेले बेटे
- सौतेली बेटियाँ
🇩🇪 Stiefkinder
- Stiefsohne
- Stieftöchter
🇮🇩 anak tiri
🇺🇦 пасинки
🇵🇱 dzieci przybrane
🇯🇵 継子 (けいこ)
🇫🇷 beaux-enfants
🇪🇸 hijos de pareja
🇹🇷 üvey çocuklar
🇰🇷 의붓자녀
🇸🇦 أطفال الزوجة السابقة
🇨🇿 nevlastní děti
- nevlastní synové
- nevlastní dcery
🇸🇰 nevlastné deti
- nevlastní synovia
- nevlastné dcéry
🇨🇳 继子女 (jì zǐ nǚ)
- 继子 (jì zǐ)
- 继女 (jì nǚ)
🇸🇮 pastorki
🇮🇸 stefn börn
- stjúpsynir
- stjúpdætur
🇰🇿 суреттегі балалар
🇬🇪 წარმომავლები
🇦🇿 uşaqlar
- övladlar
- ögey uşaqlar
🇲🇽 hijos de la pareja
Etymology
The term 'stepkid' is a colloquial contraction of 'stepchild', which has been in use since the Middle Ages. The prefix 'step-' derives from the Old English word 'stæf', meaning 'by marriage'. As families evolved and divorce became more common, the concept of blended families emerged, leading to the need for terminology that reflects these relationships. Over time, the word 'stepchild' and its variations, such as 'stepkids', gained prominence in the English language. This reflects societal changes in family dynamics, emphasizing the need for acceptance and love in non-traditional family structures. The use of such terms has helped in normalizing relationships in blended families, allowing stepchildren to have recognized identities and roles within the family system.