genro
son-in-law
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈʒẽ.ʁu/
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Cultural Note
In traditional Portuguese families, the genro must earn the trust and respect of his sogros (parents-in-law), particularly the sogro (father-in-law). The relationship between a man and his father-in-law is often portrayed humorously in Portuguese and Brazilian media, though in reality the bond is usually warm and respectful.
📝 Example Sentences
O genro ajuda sempre nos fins de semana.
The son-in-law always helps on weekends.
Ela adora o genro como se fosse filho.
She loves her son-in-law as if he were her own son.
O nosso genro é engenheiro.
Our son-in-law is an engineer.