filial — relating to or befitting a son or daughter; showing the love and respect that children should show to their parents
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or befitting a son or daughter; showing the love and respect that children should show to their parents
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɪliəl/
Example Sentences
- His filial devotion was so strong that he quit his dream job to take care of his sick mother.
- The superhero's only weakness wasn't kryptonite, but his filial guilt when he forgot to call his mom.
- Many cultures emphasize filial piety as one of the most important virtues.
filial
ADJECTIVE[/ˈfɪliəl/]
relating to or befitting a son or daughter; showing the love and respect that children should show to their parents
Her filial devotion shows as she gently feeds her elderly mother every evening.
No task too trivial when filial hearts stay jovial
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin filius meaning 'son', the term evolved to denote the role and duties of a child within family relationships. This concept parallels the importance placed on filial piety in Confucian cultures.
Breakdown
filius (son) + -al (adjective suffix, expressing relation or pertinence)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His filial devotion was so strong that he quit his dream job to take care of his sick mother.”
“The superhero's only weakness wasn't kryptonite, but his filial guilt when he forgot to call his mom.”
“Many cultures emphasize filial piety as one of the most important virtues.”
“She showed her filial respect by learning her grandmother's secret kimchi recipe, even though she hated spicy food.”
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