parent-child
UK: ˈpeər.ənt ˌtʃaɪld | US: ˈpɛr.ənt ˌtʃaɪld
adj. describing a relationship or connection between a parent and their child
n. a pair or dyad consisting of a parent and their child
The term "parent-child" is a compound formed by combining "parent" (from Latin parens, meaning "father/mother") and "child" (from Old English cild, meaning "offspring"). The hyphenated form explicitly denotes the relational bond between the two, emphasizing hierarchy, care, or dependency. This structure is common in English to clarify connections (e.g., "teacher-student").
The study focused on parent-child communication patterns.
A strong parent-child relationship fosters emotional security.
The software uses a parent-child hierarchy to organize files.
Parent-child conflicts often arise during adolescence.
The workshop aims to improve parent-child bonding.