paternal in German
paternal in German is väterlich — paternal means relating to a father, or inherited through the father's side of the family.
paternal in German
väterlich
What does "paternal" mean?
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adj Relating to a father, or inherited through the father's side of the family.
"She inherited the house from her paternal grandmother."
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adj Fatherly in manner; caring and protective, sometimes overly controlling.
"He gave the new recruits some paternal advice."
paternal in a sentence
- She inherited the house from her paternal grandmother.
- He gave the new recruits some paternal advice.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "paternal" in German?
"paternal" in German is väterlich. paternal means: Relating to a father, or inherited through the father's side of the family.
How do you use "paternal" in a sentence?
Example: "She inherited the house from her paternal grandmother." In German, "paternal" is väterlich.
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