petit-fils
grandson
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/pə.ti.fis/
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Cultural Note
French grandparents often care for their petits-enfants (grandchildren) on Wednesdays, when many primary school children traditionally have the afternoon off. This arrangement reflects the importance of intergenerational bonds in French family life.
📝 Example Sentences
Son petit-fils lui ressemble beaucoup.
Her grandson looks a lot like her.
Les grands-parents gardent leur petit-fils le mercredi.
The grandparents watch their grandson on Wednesdays.