yerno

son-in-law

Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation

/ˈʝeɾ.no/

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Cultural Note

Traditionally, a yerno must earn the approval and respect of his wife's family, especially the father-in-law. In many Hispanic families, the son-in-law is expected to participate actively in family events and show deference to his in-laws.

📝 Example Sentences

El yerno ayudó a su suegro a reparar la casa.

The son-in-law helped his father-in-law repair the house.

Nuestro yerno es un hombre muy trabajador.

Our son-in-law is a very hardworking man.

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