🇨🇳 How to say

“daughter” in Chinese

女儿nǚ'ér
Illustration of "daughter" in a Chinese cultural setting
A young father holds his smiling toddler daughter on his shoulders, pointing up at a bird in a tree. The little girl wears a bright yellow sunhat.

Usage note

This is a common and affectionate word for a daughter. It is used from childhood into adulthood and is a standard term in all family situations.

Examples

  • 这是我的女儿。

    This is my daughter.

  • 她女儿五岁了。

    Her daughter is five years old.

  • 女儿，来吃饭。

    Daughter, come eat.

Quick check

What does "女儿" mean?

  • A. daughter
  • B. one
  • C. mountain
  • D. fire

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