nipote
grandchild, nephew, niece
Intermediate Noun
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Pronunciation
/ni.ˈpo.te/
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Cultural Note
Uniquely, 'nipote' can mean grandchild, nephew, or niece — context determines the meaning. This linguistic ambiguity reflects the Italian view that extended family bonds are just as important as direct lineage. The word is gender-neutral; articles (il/la) clarify gender.
📝 Example Sentences
I nonni viziano sempre i nipoti.
Grandparents always spoil their grandchildren.
Mia nipote ha appena compiuto dieci anni.
My niece just turned ten years old.
Ha tre nipoti: due maschi e una femmina.
She has three grandchildren: two boys and one girl.