Son
English meaning: Son
Definition
A male child in relation to his parents.
Example
“Deras son är fem år gammal.”
In English: “Their son is five years old.”
Another example: “Deras son börjar skolan i höst.”
Usage — When, Where & How
Noun for a son. Neutral, everyday register; used in family talk and official contexts alike.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
The word 'Son' originates from Old Norse 'sonr', which has cognates in various Germanic languages, reflecting common ancestry. Historically, the term has maintained its status in Scandinavian languages, denoting male offspring.
Common Collocations
- min son
- mor och son
- äldsta sonen
- en son och en dotter
- få en son
Word Forms
en son, sonen, söner, sönerna
Word Tools
Literary Heritage
“Det är synd om människorna.”
“It is a pity about people — humanity suffers, and that suffering is the ground of all drama.”
“Jag vill inte att ni ska vara lydiga mot mig. Jag vill att ni ska vara lydiga mot er inre röst.”
“I do not want you to obey me. I want you to obey the voice inside you.”
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Language information
- Language
- Svenska
- Swedish
- Script
- Latin
- Family
- Germanic
- Speakers
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