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How to Say "My nephew" in French
Say 'mon neveu' to refer to your nephew in French. Essential for family conversations.
mon neveu
mohn nuh-VUHneutral
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Use this when talking about your brother's or sister's son. You might mention him when discussing family gatherings or holidays.
Alternatives
- mon petit-neveuUse this for your grand-nephew (your nephew's son).
- mon neveu à ma sœurUse this to clarify if you have multiple nephews and want to specify which one.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the 'eu' sound
The 'eu' in 'neveu' is like the 'u' in 'fur' but with your lips rounded.
Gender confusion
'Neveu' is masculine; use 'nièce' for a niece.
A small cultural note
While 'mon neveu' is standard, French families can be quite close-knit, so expect to use it often when discussing relatives.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
how to say my nephew in french
The most common way to say 'my nephew' in French is 'mon neveu'. This is a masculine noun.
mon neveu vs mon petit neveu
'Mon neveu' refers to your brother's or sister's son. 'Mon petit-neveu' is for your grand-nephew, who is your nephew's son.
pronounce mon neveu
It sounds roughly like 'mohn nuh-VUH'. The 'n' at the end of 'mon' is nasal, and the 'eu' sound is made with rounded lips.
