nephews
word · lemma: nephew
Definition
Nephews are the sons of your brother or sister. If you have more than one, they are called nephews.
Usage & Nuances
'Nephews' is the plural of 'nephew.' Commonly used along with 'nieces' (female), as in 'nieces and nephews.' In English, it refers specifically to male children of your siblings. Don't confuse with 'cousins,' who are children of your parent's siblings.
Spanish: sobrinosPortuguese (BR): sobrinhosPortuguese (PT): sobrinhosChinese (Simplified): 侄子 - 外甥Chinese (Traditional): 侄子 - 外甥Hindi: भतीजे - भांजेArabic: أبناء الإخوةBengali: ভাগ্নেরা - ভাতিজারাRussian: племянникиJapanese: 甥たちVietnamese: cháu trai (con của anh/chị/em)Korean: 조카들(남자)Turkish: yeğenler (erkek)Urdu: بھتیجے - بھانجےIndonesian: keponakan laki-laki
Example Sentences
My nephews visit every summer.
basic
The nephews played in the backyard.
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All my nephews are taller than me now!
natural
I took my nephews to the zoo last weekend.
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Whenever my nephews come over, the house gets so loud.
natural
I have three nephews who love soccer.
basic