die Eltern
Translation
parents
Examples
Meine Eltern wohnen in Berlin.
My parents live in Berlin.
Ich besuche meine Eltern am Wochenende.
I am visiting my parents on the weekend.
Grammar Patterns
((with+3)) to live with one's parents I still live with my parents.
((to+3)) to go to/visit one's parents I'm driving to my parents'.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Vater und Mutter; Antonyms: Kinder
Etymology
From Old High German 'eltiron', comparative of 'alt' (old), meaning 'the elders'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'elders' - they are the older generation.