filho
son
Pronunciation
/ˈfi.ʎu/
Cultural Note
The plural 'filhos' can mean 'sons' or 'children' (of mixed gender). 'Filho único' means only child (male), while 'filha única' is the female equivalent. In Brazil, 'meu filho' is commonly used as a term of endearment even for people who are not your children, similar to 'my dear.'
📝 Example Sentences
O nosso filho nasceu em setembro.
Our son was born in September.
Ele é filho único.
He is an only child.
Os filhos deles são muito bem-educados.
Their children are very well-mannered.
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