Definition

A grandniece is the daughter of your niece or nephew.

Example

My grandniece is starting school this year.

Conversation

Did you see the pictures of my grandniece at the family reunion?

No, I haven't! How old is she now?

She's already five years old and so full of energy.

That sounds adorable! I bet she keeps everyone on their toes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Grandniece → It is formed from "grand-" (meaning great or large, derived from Old French *grant*) and "niece" (from Old French *niece*, meaning daughter of one's brother or sister). The word "grandniece" refers to the daughter of one's niece or nephew, thus indicating a generational extension of family.

Memory Tip

Think of 'grand' as indicating a larger family connection and 'niece' as the daughter of your sibling's child — a grandniece is the daughter of your niece or nephew.

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