English–German

“granddaughter” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈɛŋkəlɪn/

Example

Zwei Enkelinnen spielen im Garten.

Two granddaughters are playing in the garden.

Illustration for Enkelin (granddaughter)

How to say “granddaughter” in German

“Granddaughter” in German is Enkelin.

A female grandchild who links grandparents with their child's next generation.

Full entry for Enkelin: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Enkelin

Meine Enkelin besucht mich jeden Sonntag.

My granddaughter visits me every Sunday.

Tips for using Enkelin

  • In the dative and genitive singular, the form is der Enkelin, as in mit der Enkelin or das Zimmer der Enkelin.

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