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娘さん
musume-san
someone's daughter
これは私の娘さんです
This is my daughter.
formal
A polite or respectful way to refer to someone's daughter, often used when introducing or talking about her to others.
娘さんは大学生ですか？
Is your daughter a university student?
The 'さん' suffix adds politeness and respect, making it appropriate for formal or polite conversation.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Politeness in Addressing
Use '娘さん' when introducing your daughter to someone you respect or in formal settings.
Gold Rule
Honorific Usage
The 'さん' suffix is essential for politeness when referring to someone else's daughter.
Word Origin
Composed of '娘' (musume, meaning 'daughter') and 'さん' (san, a polite honorific suffix).
Usage Notes
While '娘' alone is common in casual speech, '娘さん' is more formal and respectful, often used in introductions or when speaking to someone of higher status.
Word Breakdown
娘
daughter
rootさん
honorific suffix
suffix和英辞典