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Familie en relaties

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relationship

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/rɪˈleɪʃənˌʃɪp/

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(verwantschap)

relatie

any connection between people by kinship or marriage

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Despite living in different countries, they discovered a familial relationship through their shared great-great-grandfather.

Their relationship can be traced back to their great-grandparents who were siblings.

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to leave

[werkwoord]

/liːv/

Bekijk Definitie

(in de steek laten)

verlaten

to abandon one's wife, husband, or partner with no plan of returning

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After years of unhappiness, she decided to leave her husband.

He left his wife and children without warning.

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family tree

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈfæməli ˈtri/

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(familiestamboom)

stamboom

a chart, showing the relationship between all the members of a family over a long period of time

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She spent hours researching her family tree, uncovering generations of ancestors.

The family tree revealed interesting connections between distant relatives.

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relation

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/rɪˈleɪʃən/

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(familielid)

verwant

a person who is related to someone by blood or marriage

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Grandma always hosts family gatherings for all our relations.

She's my cousin; we're relations through our fathers.

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son-in-law

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈsʌn ɪn ˌlɔ/

Bekijk Definitie

(aankomend ui)

schoonzoon

the husband of one's son or daughter

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He has a great relationship with his son-in-law, considering him a true member of the family.

Their son-in-law is a wonderful addition to the family, bringing laughter and happiness to gatherings.

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mother-in-law

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈmʌðɚ ɪn ˌlɔ/

Bekijk Definitie

(moeder van de echtgenoot/echtgenote)

schoonmoeder

someone who is the mother of a person's wife or husband

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Despite initial apprehensions, she and her mother-in-law developed a strong bond over the years.

She has a close and loving relationship with her mother-in-law.

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friendship

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈfrɛndˌʃɪp/

Bekijk Definitie

(vriendschapsband)

vriendschap

a close relationship between two or more people characterized by trust, loyalty, and support

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The bond of friendship between Jack and Jill was so strong that they could communicate without uttering a single word.

Despite their differences, their friendship endured because they respected and valued each other's perspectives.

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sister-in-law

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈsɪstɚ ɪn ˌlɔ/

Bekijk Definitie

(schoonzus)

schoonzus

the person who is the sister of one's spouse

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She has a close relationship with her sister-in-law, often confiding in her like a sister.

Her sister-in-law became her best friend after she married her brother.

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love at first sight

[Zinsdeel]

Bekijk Definitie

an immediate and intense romantic attraction that one feels upon seeing someone for the first time

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A third of dog owners have experienced love at first sight when setting eyes on their dog.

It was love at first sight when they met, but it didn't last long.

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to bring up

[werkwoord]

/ˈbrɪŋ ˈʌp/

Bekijk Definitie

(groeien)

opvoeden

to look after a child until they reach maturity

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The grandparents played a significant role in bringing up their grandchildren.

The foster parents were committed to bringing up the child in a loving environment.

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father-in-law

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈfɑðɚ ɪn ˌlɔ/

Bekijk Definitie

(schoonvader)

scho father

someone who is the father of a person's wife or husband

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He has a great relationship with his father-in-law, often bonding over shared interests.

Their father-in-law welcomed him into the family with warmth and kindness.

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engaged

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

/ɪnˈɡeɪʤd/

Bekijk Definitie

(ingehuurd)

verloofd

having formally agreed to marry someone

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The engaged couple spent months planning their wedding.

They set a date for their wedding soon after becoming engaged.

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to cheat

[werkwoord]

/ʧiːt/

Bekijk Definitie

(verraden)

bedriegen

to be sexually unfaithful to one's partner by engaging in romantic or intimate activities with someone else

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Trust is a crucial element in any relationship, and cheating can break that trust irreparably.

She discovered that her partner had cheated on her, leading to a painful breakup.

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groom

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ɡruːm/

Bekijk Definitie

(huwelijksman)

bruidegom

a man who is getting married

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The groom looked dashing in his tailored suit as he waited at the altar.

The groom's family hosted a traditional ceremony to celebrate his upcoming marriage.

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spouse

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/spaʊs/

Bekijk Definitie

(echtgenote)

echtgenoot

a male or female partner in a marriage

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He introduced his spouse as his rock and closest confidant.

In many cultures, spouses exchange vows as a symbol of their commitment to each other.

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motherhood

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈmʌðɚˌhʊd/

Bekijk Definitie

(moederschap)

moeder-zijn

the state of being a mother to a child or children

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She embraced motherhood with love and dedication, cherishing every moment with her child.

Motherhood brought her a sense of fulfillment she had never known before.

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relative

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈrɛlətɪv/

Bekijk Definitie

(verwandte)

familielid

a family member who is related to us by blood or marriage

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My grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins are all my relatives.

We invited all our relatives to the family reunion.

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parents-in-law

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈpɛrɪnts ɪn ˌlɔ/

Bekijk Definitie

(ouders van de echtgenoot/echtgenote)

schoonouders

‌the parents of one's spouse

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He has a warm and loving relationship with his parents-in-law, considering them his own family.

They often spend holidays with their parents-in-law, creating cherished memories as a blended family.

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to separate

[werkwoord]

/ˈsɛpəˌreɪt/

Bekijk Definitie

(uit elkaar gaan)

scheiden

to end the relationship or live apart from a partner

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After years of struggling, they decided to separate and pursue different paths.

The couple mutually agreed to separate, realizing they had grown apart over time.

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to abandon

[werkwoord]

/əˈbændən/

Bekijk Definitie

(in de steek laten)

verlaten

to leave someone with no intention of returning

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Sarah felt a deep sense of pain when her parents decided to abandon her.

In the middle of a crucial project, Sarah's colleague decided to abandon the team without any explanation.

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fatherhood

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈfɑðɚˌhʊd/

Bekijk Definitie

(vaderlijkheid)

vaderschap

the state of being a father to a child or children

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He embraced fatherhood with open arms, eager to provide and protect his family.

Fatherhood brought him a newfound sense of purpose and joy.

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unmarried

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

/ʌnˈmɛrɪd/

Bekijk Definitie

(niet getrouwd)

ongehuwd

not having a legal or official romantic partner

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Despite being in a long-term relationship, they remained unmarried.

She chose to remain unmarried and focus on her career.

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bride

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/braɪd/

Bekijk Definitie

(de bruid)

bruid

a woman who is about to be married or has recently been married

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The bride walked down the aisle, radiant in her white wedding gown, as the guests looked on with admiration.

The bride and groom exchanged rings as a symbol of their everlasting love and devotion to each other.

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marriage

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈmɛrɪʤ/

Bekijk Definitie

(trouw)

huwelijk

the formal and legal relationship between two people who are married

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Counseling and communication are essential for a successful marriage.

They celebrated their 25th anniversary of marriage with a grand party.

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[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

/kloʊs/

Bekijk Definitie

(dichte)

hechte

sharing a strong and intimate bond

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They have a close friendship that has lasted for years.

Despite their busy schedules, they make time for each other, maintaining their close friendship.

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generation

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˌʤɛnəˈreɪʃən/

Bekijk Definitie

(lichting)

generatie

a group of people belonging to a particular age group or time period partaking in a certain activity

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The new generation of entrepreneurs is utilizing technology to revolutionize industries worldwide.

This restaurant is run by a new generation of chefs who are passionate about incorporating sustainable practices into their culinary creations.

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/rɪˈleɪtɪd/

Bekijk Definitie

(familiaal)

verwant

being connected through family ties or marriage

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Sarah and Tom are related because they are siblings.

The Smiths and the Johnsons are related through marriage; John Smith married Mary Johnson.

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separated

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

/ˈsɛpɚˌeɪtɪd/

Bekijk Definitie

(van elkaar verwijderd)

gescheiden

not living with one's spouse or partner anymore

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The separated couple attended counseling sessions to work through their issues.

The separated parents maintained an amicable relationship for the sake of their children.

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daughter-in-law

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈdɔtɚ ɪn ˌlɔ/

Bekijk Definitie

(dochter van de echtgenoot)

schoondochter

the wife of one's daughter or son

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She has a close and loving relationship with her daughter-in-law, treating her like her own daughter.

Her daughter-in-law is a wonderful addition to the family, bringing joy and laughter to gatherings.

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brother-in-law

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈbrʌðɚ ɪn ˌlɔ/

Bekijk Definitie

(broer van de echtgenoot/echtgenote)

zwager

the person who is the brother of one's spouse

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He has a great relationship with his brother-in-law, often sharing jokes and interests.

His brother-in-law became like a brother to him after he married his sister.

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only child

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈoʊnli ˈʧaɪld/

Bekijk Definitie

(enige kind)

enig kind

a person who has no siblings

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As an only child, he received undivided attention from his parents.

Being an only child, she grew up accustomed to solitude but cherished the close bond with her parents.

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single parent

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

/ˈsɪŋɡəl ˈpɛrənt/

Bekijk Definitie

(eenoudergezinnen)

alleenstaande ouder

a person who raises a child or children without a partner

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As a single parent, she works hard to provide for her children and give them the best possible life.

Single parents often face unique challenges balancing work, childcare, and personal responsibilities.

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