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末っ子

sue-kko

What does "末っ子" mean in English?

youngest child

私は末っ子で、いつも甘やかされていました。

I was the youngest child and was always spoiled.


How to use "末っ子" correctly: definitions and examples in English?

informal

The youngest child in a family, often receiving special attention or being spoiled.

末っ子は家族の宝物です。

The youngest child is the family's treasure.

末っ子は親から甘やかされがちです。

The youngest child tends to be spoiled by parents.

This term is often used affectionately and can carry connotations of being pampered or receiving extra care.

Collocations

末っ子の特権privilege of the youngest child末っ子の甘えspoiling the youngest child

Synonyms

末の子末っ子さん

Antonyms

長男長女長子

Related Phrases

末っ子の甘えphrase
spoiling the youngest child
末っ子の特権phrase
privilege of the youngest child

Pro Tip

Cultural Note

In Japanese culture, the youngest child is often seen as the most pampered and may receive special treatment from parents and siblings.

Gold Rule

Usage Context

Use '末っ子' to refer to the youngest child in a family, often with affectionate or slightly humorous undertones.

Word Origin

From '末' (end, youngest) + '子' (child), literally meaning 'the child at the end.'

Usage Notes

While '末っ子' is neutral, it can sometimes imply being spoiled or receiving extra attention. In some contexts, it may be used to describe the youngest child's behavior or role in the family.

Word Breakdown

末
end, youngest
root
+
っ子
child
suffix
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