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Definition
Daughter-in-law; one's son's wife.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a son's wife from the perspective of the parents-in-law. It carries a traditional cultural weight regarding family hierarchy and the expectation of the daughter-in-law joining the husband's household. Using this term instead of the more neutral 媳婦 highlights the familial relationship rather than just the legal status.
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Her daughter-in-law is very filial.
When are you going to have your son get married and bring a daughter-in-law home?
Related words
Common phrases
to have one's son get married
Common mistake
Avoid using this term to refer to your own wife or a friend's wife, as it exclusively denotes the relationship from the parents-in-law's point of view. It is not a general term for a married woman.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
