grandson

UK: ˈɡræn(d)sʌn | US: ˈɡræn(d)sʌn

Definition

  1. n. the son of one’s child

Structure
grand <great, older>son <male child>
Etymology

The word "grandson" combines "grand," derived from Latin grandis (meaning "great" or "older"), with "son," from Old English sunu (meaning "male child"). The term reflects a hierarchical family structure, where "grand" signifies a generational step above (e.g., grandparents → parents → children). This pattern is consistent in English kinship terms like "grandfather" and "granddaughter."

Examples

  1. His grandson visits him every summer.

  2. She proudly showed photos of her newborn grandson.

  3. The old man taught his grandson how to fish.

  4. They celebrated their grandson’s graduation.

  5. He left his estate to his eldest grandson.