die Enkelin
Translation
granddaughter
Examples
Meine Enkelin lernt Klavier spielen.
My granddaughter is learning to play the piano.
Die Oma liest ihrer Enkelin eine Geschichte vor.
The grandma is reading a story to her granddaughter.
Grammar Patterns
to be ((sb.'s)) granddaughter She is my granddaughter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Enkelkind; Antonyms: Großmutter (grandmother).
Etymology
Feminine form of `Enkel` (grandson). The suffix `-in` is commonly used to create feminine nouns in German.
Memory Tips
Remember `Enkel` (grandson) and just add the common feminine suffix `-in` for female roles (e.g., Lehrer -> Lehrerin).