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Nephew

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Meanings of Nephew

Noun

  • A boy who is the son of your brother or sister.
  • A boy who is the son of your brother-in-law or sister-in-law.

Explanation of the word: Nephew

A nephew is a boy who is the son of your aunt or uncle. If your mom or dad has a brother or sister, their son is your nephew.

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Translations for the word: Nephew

hindi
भतीजा

Bhatija

भतीजा

Bhatija

भतीजी

Bhatiji

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Nephew

What does 'nephew' mean?
A nephew is the son of your brother or sister.
How do you pronounce 'nephew'?
You say 'nephew' like this: 'nef-yoo'.
What is the origin of the word 'nephew'?
The word 'nephew' comes from the Latin word 'nepos', which means 'grandson' or 'nephew'.
What is the meaning of 'nephew' in Bengali?
The word 'nephew' in Bengali is 'ভাতিজা' (Bhātijā).