Cool MateMeaning of Great-grandfather
The father of one of your grandparents.
In simple words: A father of your grandparent.
Great-grandfather in a sentence
- My great-grandfather fought in World War I.
- I have a photo of my great-grandfather when he was young.
- She often shares stories about her great-grandfather's life.
- My great-grandfather immigrated to the United States in the 1900s.
- It's interesting to learn about my great-grandfather's profession.
How to use Great-grandfather
Use in family contexts to describe a direct ancestor. Appropriate in both spoken and written forms. Less common in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Remember 'great' adds to the family tree - it’s like a grand tree growing wider.
Related words
Collocations with Great-grandfather
- great-grandfather's stories
- great-grandfather's legacy
- great-grandfather's influence
Synonyms for Great-grandfather
- ancestor
- forebear
- progenitor
Opposites of Great-grandfather
- great-grandson
- great-granddaughter
Common mistakes with Great-grandfather
- Confused with 'great-grandmother' which is the female equivalent.
- Often shortened incorrectly to just 'grandfather'.
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Great-grandfather in other languages
More words like Great-grandfather
- Ancestor
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I have decided to stop engaging in that unpleasant action.
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You frequently repeat this statement.
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Frequently asked questions about Great-grandfather
What does Great-grandfather mean?
A father of your grandparent.
What is the definition of Great-grandfather?
The father of one of your grandparents.
How do you use Great-grandfather in a sentence?
My great-grandfather fought in World War I.
Can you give another example of Great-grandfather?
I have a photo of my great-grandfather when he was young.
What are synonyms for Great-grandfather?
Common alternatives include ancestor, forebear, progenitor.
What is the opposite of Great-grandfather?
Opposite meanings include great-grandson, great-granddaughter.
What words go with Great-grandfather?
It commonly pairs with great-grandfather's stories, great-grandfather's legacy, great-grandfather's influence.
What are common mistakes when using Great-grandfather?
Confused with 'great-grandmother' which is the female equivalent. Often shortened incorrectly to just 'grandfather'.
How do you pronounce Great-grandfather?
US: //ɡreɪtˈɡrændˌfɑːðər//, UK: //ɡreɪtˈɡrænˌfɑːðər//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Great-grandfather?
Use in family contexts to describe a direct ancestor. Appropriate in both spoken and written forms. Less common in casual conversation.