nounnoun
der Enkel, –
grandson
Das ist das Kind von deinem Sohn oder deiner Tochter.
The German word "Enkel" is a noun that means "grandchild." It specifically refers to a "grandson," although it can be used generically to mean any grandchild when not specified. "Enkelin" would be used for "granddaughter."
Similar words include:
- Nachkomme: Descendant
- Kindeskind: Literally "child's child," a somewhat archaic term for grandchild.
Difference:
- Nachkomme is a broader term that can mean any descendant, not specifically a grandchild.
- Kindeskind is an older, less commonly used term that specifically refers to grandchildren and is often found in more formal or historical contexts.
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Examples
Mein Enkel spielt gerne im Garten.noun
My grandson likes to play in the garden.
Sein Enkel spielt im Garten.noun
His grandson is playing in the garden.
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