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    Aînée (en. Elder)

    ɛne

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    In a sibling group, the eldest is the one born first.
    My sister is the eldest in the family.
    Ma sœur est l'aînée de la famille.
    Also refers to something that is the oldest.
    This house is the oldest in the neighborhood.
    Cette maison est l'aînée du quartier.
    Used in a legal context to designate the firstborn.
    The eldest often has a role of responsibility.
    L'aînée a souvent un rôle de responsabilité.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'aeternus', meaning 'ancient', 'eternal'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the eldest of the children
    The girl who is the firstborn in the sibling group.
    l'aînée des enfants
    to be the eldest
    To be the firstborn in a family.
    être l'aîné

    Related Words

    elder
    One who is the firstborn in a family.
    aîné
    younger sibling
    One who is born after the eldest in a sibling group.
    cadet
    sibling group
    All the children of the same family.
    fratrie

    Slang Meanings

    The eldest can affectionately be called 'the big one'.
    She is the big one in the family; she takes care of everyone.
    Elle est la grande de la famille, elle prend soin de tout le monde.
    In some circles, the eldest may be referred to as 'the boss'.
    She is always the boss because she is the eldest.
    Elle est toujours la boss, car c'est elle l'aînée.