der Schwiegervater در ۳۰ ثانیه
- Refers to your spouse's father.
- Masculine noun: der Schwiegervater.
- Plural form: die Schwiegerväter (with Umlaut).
- Part of the 'Schwieger-' family word group.
The German noun der Schwiegervater is a compound word that specifically identifies the father of one's spouse. In the intricate web of German kinship terms, the prefix Schwieger- acts as a linguistic marker for relationships established through marriage rather than blood. Understanding this term is essential for anyone navigating social life in German-speaking countries, as family structures are highly valued, and the role of the father-in-law often carries significant weight in both traditional and modern households. Unlike some English terms that can be vague, Schwiegervater is precise and formal, though it can be softened in informal settings to Schwiegervati or Schwiegerpapa.
- Grammatical Gender
- Masculine (der). This is determined by the base noun 'Vater'. Even though the relationship is through marriage, the gender of the person remains the primary grammatical driver.
- Plural Form
- die Schwiegerväter. Note the shift from 'a' to 'ä' (Umlaut), which is a common feature in German pluralization for nouns ending in -ater.
- Legal Context
- In the Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch (BGB), the Schwiegervater is considered a relative by marriage (Verschwägerung), which has specific implications for legal testimony and inheritance laws.
Mein Schwiegervater hat uns zum Abendessen eingeladen, um seinen Geburtstag zu feiern.
Historically, the term reflects the merging of two families. In older German traditions, the Schwiegervater was often the patriarch whose approval was necessary for marriage. Today, while the social dynamic has shifted toward more egalitarian relationships, the word remains the standard way to refer to this specific family member. You will use this word at weddings, family reunions, and when discussing your partner's family history. It is also common in legal or administrative forms when detailing family connections. The prefix 'Schwieger-' originates from the Old High German 'swigur', which is related to the Latin 'socer'. This deep etymological root shows how fundamental this concept of 'marriage-kin' has been to Indo-European societies for millennia.
Ich verstehe mich sehr gut mit meinem Schwiegervater, da wir beide gerne wandern gehen.
In a broader cultural sense, the Schwiegervater is often depicted in German media as a figure of authority or a source of comedic tension, similar to the 'father-in-law' trope in English-speaking cultures. However, in reality, the relationship is usually one of mutual respect. In Southern Germany and Austria, you might hear regional variations in tone, but the word Schwiegervater remains the standard across all dialects of High German. If you are a learner, mastering this word is a gateway to describing your extended family accurately. It follows the same pattern as Schwiegermutter (mother-in-law), Schwiegertochter (daughter-in-law), and Schwiegersohn (son-in-law), making it a very productive root to learn early on.
Sein Schwiegervater ist ein pensionierter Lehrer aus Hamburg.
- Pronunciation Focus
- The 'v' in Vater is pronounced like an English 'f'. So, it sounds like 'Shvee-ger-fah-ter'. This is a common stumbling block for English speakers who want to use a 'v' sound.
Der Schwiegervater schenkte dem Paar ein altes Familienauto.
Beide Schwiegerväter unterhielten sich angeregt über Politik.
Using der Schwiegervater correctly requires attention to German's four grammatical cases: Nominative, Accusative, Dative, and Genitive. Since it is a masculine noun, the articles and adjectives modifying it will change based on its role in the sentence. For example, in the Nominative (subject), it is der Schwiegervater. In the Accusative (direct object), it becomes den Schwiegervater. In the Dative (indirect object), it is dem Schwiegervater, and in the Genitive (possession), it is des Schwiegervaters. Mastering these transitions is key to sounding natural.
- Nominative Case
- Used when the father-in-law is the one performing the action. Example: 'Der Schwiegervater kocht heute.'
- Accusative Case
- Used when he is the direct object of a verb. Example: 'Ich besuche meinen Schwiegervater am Wochenende.'
- Dative Case
- Used after certain prepositions or as an indirect object. Example: 'Ich helfe meinem Schwiegervater im Garten.'
Hast du deinen Schwiegervater schon nach seiner Meinung gefragt?
Beyond cases, the word is often used with possessive pronouns like mein, dein, sein, ihr. Because 'Schwiegervater' is masculine, these pronouns take specific endings. 'Mein Schwiegervater' (my), 'Dein Schwiegervater' (your), 'Sein Schwiegervater' (his), 'Ihr Schwiegervater' (her/their). In plural contexts, such as describing the fathers-in-law of two different people, you would use unsere Schwiegerväter. This complexity allows for very precise communication about family dynamics, which is a hallmark of the German language.
Das ist das Haus meines Schwiegervaters.
When constructing sentences, you might also use adjectives to describe him. Adjective endings will change depending on the case and the article used. For instance, 'mein netter Schwiegervater' (my nice father-in-law) vs. 'mit meinem netten Schwiegervater' (with my nice father-in-law). This level of detail ensures that the listener knows exactly who is being talked about and what their role in the sentence is. Whether you are writing a letter, filling out a form, or simply chatting at a party, these rules remain constant.
Wir haben dem Schwiegervater eine Flasche Wein geschenkt.
- Common Verb Pairings
- Verbs like 'besuchen' (to visit), 'anrufen' (to call), 'helfen' (to help), and 'kennenlernen' (to get to know) are frequently used with this noun.
Ich muss noch meinen Schwiegervater anrufen, um den Termin zu bestätigen.
Sie ähnelt ihrem Schwiegervater in Bezug auf seinen Humor.
You will encounter the word Schwiegervater in a variety of real-life scenarios in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. One of the most common places is during family celebrations. At a German wedding, the Schwiegervater often gives a speech (die Rede des Schwiegervaters), which is a formal and heartfelt moment. In these contexts, the word is used with a sense of pride and official recognition of the new family bond. You will also hear it during holiday gatherings like Christmas (Weihnachten) or Easter (Ostern), where families congregate and individuals refer to their in-laws when planning logistics or sharing stories.
- In Everyday Conversation
- People often mention their Schwiegervater when talking about their weekend plans or family obligations. 'Wir fahren dieses Wochenende zu meinem Schwiegervater nach Bayern.'
- In Media and Literature
- German TV dramas (Tatort, soap operas) and literature frequently feature the Schwiegervater as a character, often representing the older generation's values or as a source of conflict or wisdom.
Im Film wird der Schwiegervater oft als strenger Mann dargestellt.
Another place you'll hear this word is in professional or administrative settings. For example, when applying for certain types of insurance, visas, or when dealing with inheritance law (Erbrecht), the term Schwiegervater is used to define the degree of relationship. In medical contexts, a doctor might ask about the health history of a Schwiegervater if it pertains to the well-being of the spouse or children. This formal usage underscores the word's status as a precise descriptor in the German language. Even in modern, less formal workplaces, coworkers might discuss their in-laws during coffee breaks, making it a staple of social 'small talk' (Smalltalk).
Mein Schwiegervater arbeitet bei einer großen Versicherung in Köln.
Furthermore, in the digital age, you'll see the word on social media posts, especially during 'Father's Day' (Vatertag) in Germany. While Vatertag primarily celebrates biological fathers, many people take the opportunity to honor their Schwiegervater as well. On platforms like Instagram or Facebook, you'll see captions like 'Alles Gute zum Vatertag an den besten Schwiegervater!' (Happy Father's Day to the best father-in-law!). This shows how the word has transitioned from purely formal use to a term of endearment in modern digital communication.
Wir haben ein Foto mit meinem Schwiegervater auf Instagram gepostet.
- News and Current Events
- In news reports about famous personalities or politicians, their Schwiegervater is often mentioned if they are also a public figure or involved in a story.
Der Schwiegervater des Kanzlers ist ein bekannter Künstler.
Ich habe von meinem Schwiegervater viel über die deutsche Geschichte gelernt.
Learning German family terms can be tricky, and der Schwiegervater is no exception. The most frequent mistake for English speakers is confusing it with Stiefvater (stepfather). While both are 'fathers' not related by blood, a Schwiegervater is the father of your spouse, whereas a Stiefvater is the man your biological parent married. Using these interchangeably can lead to significant confusion about family trees and relationships. Another common error is the gender of the noun. Because it refers to a male person, it is always der, but learners sometimes get confused when the person talking is female, thinking the article might change. It does not; the noun's gender is inherent.
- Pluralization Error
- Many learners forget the Umlaut in the plural. They say 'die Schwiegervater' instead of 'die Schwiegerväter'. This is a minor but noticeable error that affects the flow of speech.
- Pronunciation of 'v'
- As mentioned before, pronouncing the 'v' in Vater like an English 'v' (as in 'victory') instead of an 'f' (as in 'father') is a classic mistake.
Falsch: Mein Stiefvater ist der Vater meiner Frau. (Correct: Schwiegervater)
Case endings are another area where mistakes often occur. Forgetting the 'n' in the Accusative ('Ich liebe meinen Schwiegervater') or the 'm' in the Dative ('Ich spreche mit meinem Schwiegervater') can make a sentence sound broken. Furthermore, learners often struggle with the possessive pronouns. They might say 'meine Schwiegervater' (feminine ending) instead of 'mein Schwiegervater' (masculine). It's important to remember that the pronoun must match the gender of the noun it precedes, which in this case is always masculine.
Falsch: Ich habe meine Schwiegervater gesehen. (Correct: meinen Schwiegervater)
A more subtle mistake involves the use of titles. In very formal situations, some might try to use 'Herr Schwiegervater', which sounds archaic or overly stiff in modern German. It's better to use 'mein Schwiegervater' or simply address him by name. Conversely, being too informal (like using 'Schwiegervater' as a nickname) can sometimes be perceived as disrespectful depending on the family culture. Striking the right balance is part of the linguistic and cultural learning process.
Falsch: Wir besuchen die Schwiegervaters. (Correct: die Schwiegerväter)
- Genitive Confusion
- Learners often forget the 's' in the Genitive: 'Das Auto meines Schwiegervater' instead of 'meines Schwiegervaters'.
Falsch: Das ist der Hund meinem Schwiegervater. (Correct: meines Schwiegervaters)
Falsch: Er ist mein Schwieger-Vater. (Correct: Schwiegervater)
While Schwiegervater is the standard term, there are several related words and alternatives you should know to expand your vocabulary and understand nuances. The most direct counterpart is Schwiegermutter (mother-in-law). Together, they are referred to as die Schwiegereltern (parents-in-law). Understanding the prefix 'Schwieger-' allows you to easily identify all in-law relationships, such as Schwager (brother-in-law) and Schwägerin (sister-in-law). These terms form a cohesive system in the German language that is very logical once you learn the base family nouns.
- Schwiegervater vs. Stiefvater
- Schwiegervater is the father of your spouse. Stiefvater is your mother's new husband. The distinction is crucial for family clarity.
- Schwiegervater vs. Ziehvater
- A Ziehvater (foster father) is someone who raised you but is not your biological father. This is a very different emotional and legal role than a Schwiegervater.
- Informal Alternatives
- Words like 'Schwiegervati' or 'Schwiegerpapa' are used in warm, close-knit family environments to show affection.
Meine Schwiegereltern kommen uns am Sonntag besuchen.
In some contexts, you might use more descriptive phrases instead of the single word. For example, instead of saying 'mein Schwiegervater', you could say 'der Vater meiner Frau' (my wife's father) or 'der Vater meines Mannes' (my husband's father). These phrases are often used when the speaker wants to be very specific or if they don't feel a close personal bond with the person. However, Schwiegervater remains the most efficient and common way to communicate this relationship. Interestingly, in older German literature, you might find the term Schwäher, which is an archaic word for father-in-law, but it is virtually never used in modern speech.
Er ist nicht nur mein Schwiegervater, sondern auch ein guter Freund.
There is also the term Schwiegersohn (son-in-law) and Schwiegertochter (daughter-in-law), which complete the circle of relationships within the extended family. If you are a woman, your father-in-law might refer to you as his 'Schwiegertochter'. If you are a man, he will refer to you as his 'Schwiegersohn'. Knowing these reciprocal terms is essential for understanding how you are perceived within your partner's family. In summary, while Schwiegervater is the primary term, it exists within a rich ecosystem of family vocabulary that reflects the importance of kinship in German culture.
Mein Schwiegervater und mein Vater verstehen sich prächtig.
- Regional Differences
- In Switzerland, you might occasionally hear 'Schwiegervater' used in French or Italian contexts, but the German term remains standard in the German-speaking cantons.
Der Schwiegervater ist in Deutschland ein wichtiges Familienmitglied.
Ich habe ein Geschenk für meinen Schwiegervater gekauft.
چقدر رسمی است؟
نکته جالب
In very old German, there were different words for the husband's father and the wife's father, but they eventually merged into the single term 'Schwiegervater'.
راهنمای تلفظ
- Pronouncing the 'v' in Vater like an English 'v' instead of an 'f'.
- Making the 'ie' sound too short; it should be a long 'ee'.
- Over-emphasizing the 'g' in the middle.
- Forgetting to vocalize the 'r' at the end of the syllables in some dialects.
- Misplacing the stress on the second syllable.
سطح دشواری
The word is long but logically constructed from two simple words.
Requires remembering the 'ie' and the plural umlaut.
The 'v' as 'f' sound is the main challenge for English speakers.
Clearly distinguishable in speech due to the 'Schwieger-' prefix.
بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟
پیشنیازها
بعداً یاد بگیرید
پیشرفته
گرامر لازم
Nouns ending in -er (masculine)
Der Vater -> Die Väter. Similarly: Der Schwiegervater -> Die Schwiegerväter.
Dative Case with 'mit'
Ich spreche mit meinem Schwiegervater (Dative ending -m).
Accusative Case with 'besuchen'
Ich besuche meinen Schwiegervater (Accusative ending -n).
Genitive Case for possession
Das Haus meines Schwiegervaters (Genitive ending -s).
Compound Noun Gender
The gender of 'Schwiegervater' is determined by the last part: 'Vater' (masculine).
مثالها بر اساس سطح
Das ist mein Schwiegervater.
That is my father-in-law.
Nominative case, masculine singular.
Mein Schwiegervater heißt Hans.
My father-in-law's name is Hans.
Possessive pronoun 'mein' matches masculine noun.
Ist das dein Schwiegervater?
Is that your father-in-law?
Question structure with 'sein' verb.
Der Schwiegervater wohnt in Berlin.
The father-in-law lives in Berlin.
Definite article 'der' for masculine subject.
Mein Schwiegervater ist nett.
My father-in-law is nice.
Adjective 'nett' as a predicate.
Wo ist der Schwiegervater?
Where is the father-in-law?
Interrogative 'wo'.
Das ist ein Geschenk für den Schwiegervater.
That is a gift for the father-in-law.
Accusative case after 'für'.
Der Schwiegervater trinkt Kaffee.
The father-in-law is drinking coffee.
Simple present tense.
Ich besuche meinen Schwiegervater am Sonntag.
I am visiting my father-in-law on Sunday.
Accusative case: 'meinen'.
Ich helfe meinem Schwiegervater im Garten.
I am helping my father-in-law in the garden.
Dative case: 'meinem'.
Wir rufen den Schwiegervater heute Abend an.
We are calling the father-in-law tonight.
Separable verb 'anrufen' with Accusative.
Mein Schwiegervater hat zwei Hunde.
My father-in-law has two dogs.
Present tense 'haben'.
Kommst du mit deinem Schwiegervater?
Are you coming with your father-in-law?
Dative case after 'mit'.
Das ist das Auto von meinem Schwiegervater.
That is my father-in-law's car (informal).
Dative construction instead of Genitive.
Meine Schwiegerväter sind beide sehr sportlich.
Both of my fathers-in-law are very athletic.
Plural form 'Schwiegerväter'.
Ich schreibe meinem Schwiegervater eine E-Mail.
I am writing an email to my father-in-law.
Dative (indirect object) and Accusative (direct object).
Ich verstehe mich gut mit meinem Schwiegervater, obwohl wir verschiedene Meinungen haben.
I get along well with my father-in-law, although we have different opinions.
Conjunction 'obwohl' with subordinate clause.
Das Haus meines Schwiegervaters ist sehr alt und schön.
My father-in-law's house is very old and beautiful.
Genitive case: 'meines Schwiegervaters'.
Mein Schwiegervater hat mir erzählt, dass er früher in München gelebt hat.
My father-in-law told me that he used to live in Munich.
Indirect speech with 'dass'.
Wir haben den Geburtstag meines Schwiegervaters groß gefeiert.
We celebrated my father-in-law's birthday in a big way.
Perfect tense and Genitive case.
Ich habe ein Buch für meinen Schwiegervater gekauft, weil er gerne liest.
I bought a book for my father-in-law because he likes to read.
Causal clause with 'weil'.
Mein Schwiegervater arbeitet als Ingenieur bei einer Autofirma.
My father-in-law works as an engineer at a car company.
Preposition 'als' for professions.
Seit mein Schwiegervater in Rente ist, hat er viel Zeit für seine Hobbys.
Since my father-in-law has been retired, he has a lot of time for his hobbies.
Temporal clause with 'seit'.
Ich frage meinen Schwiegervater oft um Rat, wenn ich Probleme habe.
I often ask my father-in-law for advice when I have problems.
Conditional clause with 'wenn'.
Mein Schwiegervater legt großen Wert auf Pünktlichkeit und Zuverlässigkeit.
My father-in-law places great value on punctuality and reliability.
Idiomatic expression 'Wert legen auf' + Accusative.
Trotz einiger Missverständnisse schätze ich meinen Schwiegervater sehr.
Despite some misunderstandings, I value my father-in-law very much.
Preposition 'trotz' with Genitive.
Es wurde beschlossen, dass der Schwiegervater das Erbe verwalten soll.
It was decided that the father-in-law should manage the inheritance.
Passive voice and modal verb 'sollen'.
Mein Schwiegervater ist dafür bekannt, immer die Wahrheit zu sagen.
My father-in-law is known for always telling the truth.
Adjective phrase with 'dafür bekannt, ... zu'.
Hätte mein Schwiegervater das gewusst, wäre er sicher enttäuscht gewesen.
If my father-in-law had known that, he would surely have been disappointed.
Subjunctive II (Konjunktiv II) in the past.
Die Meinung meines Schwiegervaters ist für die ganze Familie von großer Bedeutung.
My father-in-law's opinion is of great importance to the whole family.
Abstract noun 'Bedeutung' with Genitive.
Nachdem mein Schwiegervater das Haus verkauft hatte, zog er in eine kleinere Wohnung.
After my father-in-law had sold the house, he moved into a smaller apartment.
Past perfect with 'nachdem'.
Ich konnte meinen Schwiegervater davon überzeugen, mit uns in den Urlaub zu fahren.
I was able to convince my father-in-law to go on vacation with us.
Verb 'überzeugen' with 'davon' and infinitive clause.
Die rechtliche Stellung des Schwiegervaters im deutschen Erbrecht ist komplex.
The legal status of the father-in-law in German inheritance law is complex.
Technical vocabulary: 'rechtliche Stellung', 'Erbrecht'.
In vielen literarischen Werken fungiert der Schwiegervater als moralische Instanz.
In many literary works, the father-in-law functions as a moral authority.
Formal verb 'fungieren'.
Es gilt zu klären, inwieweit der Schwiegervater in die geschäftlichen Entscheidungen involviert war.
It needs to be clarified to what extent the father-in-law was involved in the business decisions.
Infinitive construction 'Es gilt zu...'.
Die Beziehung zu meinem Schwiegervater hat sich über die Jahre hinweg stetig vertieft.
The relationship with my father-in-law has steadily deepened over the years.
Prepositional phrase 'über die Jahre hinweg'.
Ungeachtet seiner strengen Art verbirgt mein Schwiegervater ein weiches Herz.
Regardless of his strict manner, my father-in-law hides a soft heart.
Preposition 'ungeachtet' with Genitive.
Der Schwiegervater sah sich gezwungen, in den Familienstreit einzugreifen.
The father-in-law felt forced to intervene in the family dispute.
Reflexive construction 'sah sich gezwungen'.
Die Autorität des Schwiegervaters wird in dieser traditionellen Gemeinschaft kaum infrage gestellt.
The authority of the father-in-law is hardly questioned in this traditional community.
Passive voice with 'infrage stellen'.
Mein Schwiegervater blickt auf eine ereignisreiche Karriere im diplomatischen Dienst zurück.
My father-in-law looks back on an eventful career in the diplomatic service.
Idiomatic verb 'zurückblicken auf'.
Die Ambivalenz in der Darstellung des Schwiegervaters lässt Raum für vielfältige Interpretationen.
The ambivalence in the portrayal of the father-in-law leaves room for diverse interpretations.
High-level vocabulary: 'Ambivalenz', 'vielfältige Interpretationen'.
Sein Schwiegervater, ein Mann von altem Schrot und Korn, lehnte moderne Neuerungen kategorisch ab.
His father-in-law, a man of the old school, categorically rejected modern innovations.
Idiom 'von altem Schrot und Korn'.
Die psychologische Dynamik zwischen dem Protagonisten und seinem Schwiegervater bildet das Rückgrat des Romans.
The psychological dynamics between the protagonist and his father-in-law form the backbone of the novel.
Metaphorical use of 'Rückgrat'.
Man könnte fast sagen, dass der Schwiegervater in diesem Kontext als Archetyp des Patriarchen fungiert.
One could almost say that the father-in-law functions as the archetype of the patriarch in this context.
Subjunctive and academic terminology.
Inwieweit die Erwartungshaltungen des Schwiegervaters die Ehe beeinflussten, bleibt Gegenstand der Debatte.
To what extent the father-in-law's expectations influenced the marriage remains a subject of debate.
Complex noun compounds: 'Erwartungshaltungen'.
Die subtilen Nuancen in der Kommunikation mit seinem Schwiegervater zeugen von tiefem gegenseitigem Respekt.
The subtle nuances in communication with his father-in-law attest to deep mutual respect.
Verb 'zeugen von' with Dative.
Trotz der räumlichen Distanz blieb der Einfluss des Schwiegervaters auf die familiären Werte ungebrochen.
Despite the spatial distance, the father-in-law's influence on family values remained unbroken.
Genitive attributes and formal adjectives.
Die Weigerung des Schwiegervaters, das Testament zu unterzeichnen, löste eine Kette von Ereignissen aus.
The father-in-law's refusal to sign the will triggered a chain of events.
Nouns derived from verbs: 'Weigerung'.
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
— A standard polite inquiry about the well-being of the father-in-law.
Hallo Maria, wie geht es eigentlich deinem Schwiegervater?
— Used to pass on greetings from the father-in-law to someone else.
Schön dich zu sehen! Mein Schwiegervater lässt übrigens lieb grüßen.
— Used when the relationship with the father-in-law is exceptionally close.
Mein Schwiegervater ist toll; er ist fast wie ein echter Vater für mich.
— A suggestion to seek advice or information from the father-in-law.
Wenn du Hilfe beim Bauen brauchst, frag doch mal deinen Schwiegervater.
— A phrase referring to a 'father-in-law to be' (before the wedding).
Das ist Thomas, mein Schwiegervater in spe.
— A request to send one's regards to the father-in-law.
Ich muss jetzt gehen. Grüß deinen Schwiegervater von mir!
— The standard way to start a sentence about shared activities.
Mein Schwiegervater und ich gehen oft zusammen angeln.
— Asking for the father-in-law's opinion on a specific matter.
Das ist eine große Entscheidung. Was sagt dein Schwiegervater dazu?
— Referring to something received as an inheritance from him.
Diese Uhr habe ich von meinem Schwiegervater geerbt.
— A colloquial way to comment on a behavior characteristic of him.
Er hat schon wieder den ganzen Garten umgegraben. Typisch Schwiegervater!
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
A stepfather is the new husband of your mother. A Schwiegervater is the father of your spouse.
A Schwager is your brother-in-law. Learners sometimes mix up the male in-law terms.
A grandfather. While a Schwiegervater can be a grandfather to your children, the terms describe different relationships to you.
اصطلاحات و عبارات
— Describes a father-in-law who is very reliable, fun, and adventurous.
Mein Schwiegervater ist super, er ist wirklich ein Schwiegervater zum Pferdestehlen.
informal— A variation of 'like father, like son', implying the son-in-law is similar to the father-in-law.
Beide lieben alte Autos. Wie der Schwiegervater, so der Schwiegersohn.
informal— Feeling pressured or watched by the father-in-law.
Beim Hausbau hatte ich ständig meinen Schwiegervater im Nacken.
colloquial— To try excessively to please or flatter the father-in-law.
Hör auf, dich so beim Schwiegervater einzuschleimen!
informal/negative— To get the approval or permission from the father-in-law.
Endlich haben wir den Segen des Schwiegervaters für die Reise bekommen.
neutral— A father-in-law who is the perfect example of what one should be.
Hilfsbereit und freundlich – ein Schwiegervater wie er im Buche steht.
neutral— To stand up to or oppose the father-in-law.
Er musste seinem Schwiegervater endlich mal die Stirn bieten.
neutral— To be less successful or important than the father-in-law.
Er fühlte sich immer so, als stünde er im Schatten seines berühmten Schwiegervaters.
neutral— To easily persuade or manipulate the father-in-law through charm.
Sie weiß genau, wie sie ihren Schwiegervater um den Finger wickeln kann.
informal— To follow the advice or instructions of the father-in-law.
Es wäre klug, in dieser Sache auf deinen Schwiegervater zu hören.
neutralبهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Both are 'non-biological' fathers.
Stiefvater is related through your parent's marriage; Schwiegervater through your own marriage.
Mein Stiefvater hat meine Mutter geheiratet, aber mein Schwiegervater ist der Vater meiner Frau.
Both start with 'Schwa/Schwie' and refer to male in-laws.
Schwager is a brother-in-law; Schwiegervater is the father-in-law.
Mein Schwager ist mein Bruder, aber mein Schwiegervater ist viel älter.
It is the technical term for an in-law.
Verschwägerter is a general adjective/noun; Schwiegervater is the specific person.
Er ist mit mir verschwägert, er ist nämlich mein Schwiegervater.
Both are important male figures in a family context.
A Pate is a godfather, a religious/social role; a Schwiegervater is a legal family role.
Mein Schwiegervater ist auch der Pate meines Sohnes.
Opposite gender, same prefix.
Schwiegermutter is feminine; Schwiegervater is masculine.
Meine Schwiegermutter und mein Schwiegervater sind seit 40 Jahren verheiratet.
الگوهای جملهسازی
Das ist mein [Noun].
Das ist mein Schwiegervater.
Ich besuche meinen [Noun] am [Day].
Ich besuche meinen Schwiegervater am Samstag.
Ich mag meinen [Noun], weil er [Adjective] ist.
Ich mag meinen Schwiegervater, weil er hilfsbereit ist.
Trotz [Noun/Genitive] verstehe ich mich gut mit ihm.
Trotz seiner Art verstehe ich mich gut mit meinem Schwiegervater.
Die Beziehung zu meinem [Noun] hat sich [Adverb] entwickelt.
Die Beziehung zu meinem Schwiegervater hat sich äußerst positiv entwickelt.
Es steht außer Frage, dass der [Noun] eine [Noun] ist.
Es steht außer Frage, dass der Schwiegervater eine moralische Stütze ist.
Ich helfe meinem [Noun] bei [Activity].
Ich helfe meinem Schwiegervater beim Kochen.
Das ist das [Object] meines [Noun/Genitive].
Das ist das Boot meines Schwiegervaters.
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
فعلها
صفتها
مرتبط
نحوه استفاده
High in family-related contexts; moderate in general daily life.
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Using 'Stiefvater' instead of 'Schwiegervater'.
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Mein Schwiegervater ist der Vater meiner Frau.
A stepfather is not the same as a father-in-law. Use 'Schwiegervater' for your spouse's father.
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Saying 'die Schwiegervater' for plural.
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die Schwiegerväter
The plural requires an Umlaut on the 'a'.
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Pronouncing 'v' like 'v' in 'victory'.
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Pronounce it like 'f' in 'father'.
The German 'v' in 'Vater' is almost always an 'f' sound.
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Forgetting the 'n' in Accusative.
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Ich besuche meinen Schwiegervater.
Masculine nouns in the Accusative case require the '-en' ending on the article/pronoun.
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Writing it as two words: 'Schwieger Vater'.
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Schwiegervater
German compounds are written as one word.
نکات
Remember the Umlaut
When talking about more than one father-in-law, always use 'die Schwiegerväter'. The Umlaut is essential for the plural form.
The 'v' sounds like 'f'
Avoid the English 'v' sound. Think of the word 'father' in English to get the 'f' sound right for 'Vater'.
Learn the whole family
Once you know 'Schwieger-', you can easily learn Schwiegermutter, Schwiegersohn, and Schwiegertochter.
Wait for the 'Du'
In Germany, it's polite to use 'Sie' with your Schwiegervater until he invites you to use 'Du'.
No Hyphens
Don't use a hyphen like 'Schwieger-Vater'. It is a single, continuous compound word.
Listen for 'Schwieger-'
If you hear 'Schwieger-', you know the person is talking about an in-law. It's a great shortcut for understanding family stories.
Use Possessives
You will almost always use 'mein', 'dein', etc., with this word. Practice the endings: 'mein', 'meinen', 'meinem'.
Informal versions
Use 'Schwiegervati' to sound more affectionate and integrated into the family.
Genitive 's'
In B1/B2 exams, remember the Genitive 's': 'meines Schwiegervaters'. It shows you have a good grasp of grammar.
Ask about him
Asking 'Wie geht es deinem Schwiegervater?' is a great way to show interest in someone's family life.
حفظ کنید
روش یادسپاری
Think of 'Schwieger' as 'Switcher'. You 'switched' or added a new father when you got married. Switcher-Vater = Schwiegervater.
تداعی تصویری
Imagine a wedding where the father of the bride and the father of the groom are shaking hands. Label them both as 'Schwiegervater' to their new children-in-law.
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Try to write three sentences about a fictional Schwiegervater using three different cases: Nominative, Accusative, and Dative.
ریشه کلمه
The word is a compound of 'Schwieger' and 'Vater'. 'Schwieger' comes from the Old High German 'swigur', which referred to a mother-in-law, but later became a general prefix for in-laws.
معنای اصلی: The prefix 'Schwieger-' originally stems from a Proto-Indo-European root *swe-kuro-, meaning 'self-ruling' or 'of one's own kin', specifically referring to the husband's father.
Germanic (Indo-European). It is cognate with the English 'sweer' (obsolete for father-in-law) and the Latin 'socer'.بافت فرهنگی
Be aware that family dynamics vary greatly. Not everyone has a positive relationship with their Schwiegervater, so use the term neutrally unless you know the context.
In English-speaking cultures, 'father-in-law' is used similarly, but the German 'Schwiegervater' feels slightly more integrated into the word-building system of the language.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
Family Reunions
- Setzen Sie sich doch, Schwiegervater.
- Möchten Sie noch ein Stück Kuchen?
- Wie war die Fahrt?
- Schön, dass Sie da sind.
Weddings
- Eine tolle Rede vom Schwiegervater.
- Er ist jetzt offiziell mein Schwiegervater.
- Der Schwiegervater führt die Braut zum Altar.
- Willkommen in der Familie!
Legal/Administrative
- Name des Schwiegervaters.
- Verwandtschaftsgrad: verschwägert.
- Anschrift des Schwiegervaters.
- Erbfolge des Schwiegervaters.
Casual Conversation
- Was macht dein Schwiegervater beruflich?
- Mein Schwiegervater ist echt cool.
- Wir fahren zu den Schwiegereltern.
- Hast du ein Foto von deinem Schwiegervater?
Gift Giving
- Was schenken wir deinem Schwiegervater?
- Er mag gerne Rotwein.
- Vielleicht ein Buch über Geschichte?
- Hoffentlich gefällt es dem Schwiegervater.
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"Erzähl mir mal von deinem Schwiegervater, wie ist er so?"
"Verstehst du dich gut mit deinem Schwiegervater oder gibt es oft Streit?"
"Was war der erste Eindruck, den du von deinem Schwiegervater hattest?"
"Hat dein Schwiegervater irgendwelche interessanten Hobbys oder Talente?"
"Wie oft besucht ihr euren Schwiegervater normalerweise im Monat?"
موضوعات نگارش
Beschreibe eine lustige oder interessante Situation, die du mit deinem Schwiegervater (oder dem Vater eines Freundes) erlebt hast.
Welche Eigenschaften schätzt du an deinem Schwiegervater am meisten und warum?
Wie hat sich deine Beziehung zu deinem Schwiegervater seit der Hochzeit verändert?
Wenn du deinem Schwiegervater einen Brief schreiben würdest, was würdest du ihm danken?
Stell dir vor, du bist selbst ein Schwiegervater. Wie würdest du deine Schwiegerkinder behandeln?
سوالات متداول
10 سوالIt is always written as one word in German. Compounds in German are generally not separated by spaces. Example: 'Mein Schwiegervater ist nett.'
The 'v' is pronounced like an 'f' in English. It sounds like 'fah-ter'. This is the same for the word 'Vater' on its own.
The plural is 'die Schwiegerväter'. Note that the 'a' changes to an 'ä' (Umlaut). Example: 'Meine beiden Schwiegerväter verstehen sich gut.'
Technically, no. It is reserved for marriage. However, in long-term relationships, some people use it informally, though 'der Vater meines Freundes' is more accurate.
The feminine version is 'die Schwiegermutter' (mother-in-law). They follow the same prefix pattern.
In informal settings, you can say 'Schwiegervati' or 'Schwiegerpapa'. These are more affectionate terms.
You say 'des Schwiegervaters'. For example: 'Das ist das Haus des Schwiegervaters.'
No. Whether you are a man or a woman, your spouse's father is always 'der Schwiegervater'.
Yes, 'Schwiegervater' is the standard term in all German-speaking countries, including Austria and Switzerland.
The collective term is 'die Schwiegereltern'. This is used very frequently when talking about them as a couple.
خودت رو بسنج 200 سوال
Write a sentence using 'mein Schwiegervater' in the Nominative case.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence using 'meinen Schwiegervater' (Accusative).
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence using 'meinem Schwiegervater' (Dative).
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Describe your father-in-law (or a fictional one) in three sentences.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use the Genitive case: 'The car of my father-in-law is red.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Explain the difference between a 'Schwiegervater' and a 'Stiefvater' in German.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a short invitation to your father-in-law for dinner.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use the plural 'Schwiegerväter' in a sentence.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence with 'Schwiegervater' and the verb 'anrufen'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Describe a gift you would give to your father-in-law.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use the word 'Schwiegervati' in a friendly sentence.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'My father-in-law is retired.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence about your father-in-law's hobbies.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'Schwiegervater' in a passive sentence.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a complex sentence using 'obwohl' and 'Schwiegervater'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'The opinion of my father-in-law is important.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence with 'Schwiegervater' and 'kennenlernen'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'unserem Schwiegervater' in a sentence.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence about a 'zukünftiger Schwiegervater'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'He is like a father to me.' (referring to the father-in-law)
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Say: 'Mein Schwiegervater.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Ich besuche meinen Schwiegervater.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Wie geht es deinem Schwiegervater?'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Mein Schwiegervater ist sehr nett.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Das ist das Haus meines Schwiegervaters.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Ich helfe meinem Schwiegervater.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Meine Schwiegerväter.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Grüß deinen Schwiegervater!'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Schwiegervati, möchtest du Kaffee?'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Mein Schwiegervater wohnt weit weg.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Ich habe mit meinem Schwiegervater telefoniert.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Mein Schwiegervater liebt Fußball.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Wir gratulieren dem Schwiegervater.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Er ist ein toller Schwiegervater.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Mein Schwiegervater hat uns eingeladen.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Ich verstehe mich gut mit ihm.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Was macht dein Schwiegervater?'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Mein Schwiegervater in spe.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Darf ich vorstellen? Mein Schwiegervater.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Mein Schwiegervater ist 60 geworden.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Listen and identify: 'Schwiegervater'
Listen and identify: 'Schwiegerväter'
Listen and identify: 'meinem Schwiegervater'
Listen and identify: 'meines Schwiegervaters'
Listen and identify: 'den Schwiegervater'
Listen to the sentence: 'Mein Schwiegervater kommt morgen.' When is he coming?
Listen to: 'Ich helfe dem Schwiegervater.' Who is being helped?
Listen to: 'Das ist für deinen Schwiegervater.' Who is the gift for?
Listen to: 'Wie heißt dein Schwiegervater?' What is the question asking?
Listen to: 'Mein Schwiegervater hat ein neues Auto.' What does he have?
Listen to: 'Wir besuchen heute die Schwiegereltern.' Is the father-in-law included?
Listen to: 'Mein Schwiegervater ist Lehrer.' What is his job?
Listen to: 'Ich mag meinen Schwiegervater.' Does the speaker like him?
Listen to: 'Er ist mein Schwiegervater.' What is the relationship?
Listen to: 'Mein Schwiegervater ist krank.' How is he?
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نمره کامل!
Summary
The word 'der Schwiegervater' is essential for describing your extended family. Remember it is a masculine noun and the 'v' is pronounced like an 'f'. Example: 'Mein Schwiegervater ist ein toller Mensch.'
- Refers to your spouse's father.
- Masculine noun: der Schwiegervater.
- Plural form: die Schwiegerväter (with Umlaut).
- Part of the 'Schwieger-' family word group.
Remember the Umlaut
When talking about more than one father-in-law, always use 'die Schwiegerväter'. The Umlaut is essential for the plural form.
The 'v' sounds like 'f'
Avoid the English 'v' sound. Think of the word 'father' in English to get the 'f' sound right for 'Vater'.
Learn the whole family
Once you know 'Schwieger-', you can easily learn Schwiegermutter, Schwiegersohn, and Schwiegertochter.
Wait for the 'Du'
In Germany, it's polite to use 'Sie' with your Schwiegervater until he invites you to use 'Du'.
مثال
Mein Schwiegervater ist sehr freundlich.
محتوای مرتبط
واژههای بیشتر family
Abstammung
B1نسب یا تبار به پیشینه خانوادگی یک فرد اشاره دارد.
adoptieren
B1به فرزندی پذیرفتن یک کودک به معنای قبول قانونی او به عنوان فرزند خود است.
adoptiert
B1به سرپرستی گرفته شده: از نظر قانونی به عنوان فرزند خود توسط والدین غیر بیولوژیکی پذیرفته شده. او پسر خوانده است. او در کودکی به فرزندخواندگی پذیرفته شد.
Adoption
B1فرزندخواندگی فرآیند قانونی است که طی آن فردی والدین کودکی میشود که فرزند بیولوژیکی او نیست.
Adoptiveltern
A2والدین ناتنی یا پذیرنده کسانی هستند که فرزندی را به طور قانونی به سرپرستی میگیرند.
Adoptivkind
A2فرزندخوانده کودکی است که به طور قانونی توسط خانوادهای غیر از خانواده بیولوژیکی خود پذیرفته شده است.
Ahn
B1کلمه 'Ahn' به معنای نیا یا اجداد است که در متون تاریخی به کار میرود.
Ahne
B1جد یا نیا.
ähneln
B1وقتی دو نفر یا دو چیز خیلی شبیه هم باشن، چه از نظر قیافه چه رفتار.
Ahnen
B1«Ahnen» به معنای نیاکان یا اجداد است.
