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UK/["/pəˈrentl/"]/US/["/pəˈrentl/"]/

Meaning of Parental

connected with a parent or parents

In simple words: related to a parent or parents

Parental in a sentence

  • parental responsibility/rights
  • parental choice in education
  • the parental home

How to use Parental

Use 'parental' in discussions about child-rearing, education, or roles of parents. Avoid in casual conversations unless referring to parenting specifically.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'parent' + 'al' — related to parents.

Related words

Collocations with Parental

  • parental guidance
  • parental control
  • parental involvement

Synonyms for Parental

  • familial
  • guardian
  • caregiver

Opposites of Parental

Common mistakes with Parental

  • Confused with 'paternal' (specifically father-related) and 'maternal' (specifically mother-related)
  • Incorrectly using 'parental' as a noun instead of an adjective
  • Using 'parental' in contexts unrelated to parents

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Frequently asked questions about Parental

What does Parental mean?

related to a parent or parents

What is the definition of Parental?

connected with a parent or parents

How do you use Parental in a sentence?

parental responsibility/rights

Can you give another example of Parental?

parental choice in education

What are synonyms for Parental?

Common alternatives include familial, guardian, caregiver.

What is the opposite of Parental?

Opposite meanings include childish, childlike, juvenile.

What words go with Parental?

It commonly pairs with parental guidance, parental control, parental involvement.

What are common mistakes when using Parental?

Confused with 'paternal' (specifically father-related) and 'maternal' (specifically mother-related) Incorrectly using 'parental' as a noun instead of an adjective Using 'parental' in contexts unrelated to parents

How do you pronounce Parental?

US: /["/pəˈrentl/"]/, UK: /["/pəˈrentl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Parental?

Use 'parental' in discussions about child-rearing, education, or roles of parents. Avoid in casual conversations unless referring to parenting specifically.

What CEFR level is Parental?

"Parental" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.