Granddaughter vs. Grandaughter — Which is Correct Spelling?
By Tayyaba Rehman & Fiza Rafique — Updated on March 19, 2024
"Granddaughter," denoting a son's or daughter's daughter, is the correct spelling, while "Grandaughter" is incorrect.
Table of Contents
Which is correct: Granddaughter or Grandaughter
How to spell Granddaughter?
Granddaughter
Correct Spelling
Grandaughter
Incorrect Spelling
ADVERTISEMENT
Key Differences
Use a phrase: “A GRAND DAUGHTER is always DAUGHTER first.”
“Granddaughter” contains all the letters of "daughter."
Combine “grand” + “daughter” as straightforward components.
Think of "daughter" having "u" after "a" and add “grand” in front.
Imagine a “grand daughter” who's exquisite and perfect, with correct spelling.
ADVERTISEMENT
How Do You Spell Grandaughter Correctly?
Incorrect: My grandaughter is visiting us this weekend.
Correct: My granddaughter is visiting us this weekend.
Incorrect: His grandaughter is starting school this fall.
Correct: His granddaughter is starting school this fall.
Incorrect: Her grandaughter loves to paint and draw.
Correct: Her granddaughter loves to paint and draw.
Granddaughter Definitions
Direct Granddaughter: A granddaughter related by blood;
His granddaughter shares his love for painting.
Paternal Granddaughter: A son’s daughter;
His paternal granddaughter inherited his striking blue eyes.
Step-Granddaughter: Not related by blood, but through marriage;
His step-granddaughter visited him on weekends.
Legal Granddaughter: Legally accepted as a granddaughter,
After adoption, she became his legal granddaughter.
Maternal Granddaughter: A daughter’s daughter;
The maternal granddaughter learned cooking from her grandma.
A daughter of one's son or daughter.
A daughter of one's child.
The daughter of someone's child.
The daughter of one's son or daughter.
A female grandchild
Granddaughter Meaning in a Sentence
My granddaughter and I bake cookies together every Sunday.
She taught her granddaughter how to ride a bike.
My granddaughter loves to tell me about her day at school.
The story was about a queen and her brave granddaughter.
His granddaughter is very curious about animals.
His granddaughter wrote him a heartfelt letter for his birthday.
He built a dollhouse for his granddaughter.
Their granddaughter is learning to play the piano.
They read fairy tales to their granddaughter at bedtime.
Their granddaughter won an award for her science project.
Her granddaughter found a seashell collection at the beach.
My granddaughter and I planted a flower garden together.
His granddaughter enjoys collecting leaves in the autumn.
Her granddaughter sang a song for her at the family gathering.
She watched her granddaughter play soccer on Saturday.
The best part of his day is when his granddaughter visits.
She knitted a scarf for her granddaughter for winter.
Her granddaughter is fascinated by stars and planets.
He teaches his granddaughter how to fish at the lake.
My granddaughter likes to draw pictures for me.
They took their granddaughter on a trip to the museum.
My granddaughter is always excited to learn new things.
My granddaughter helps me with grocery shopping.
Common Curiosities
Why is it called Granddaughter?
It denotes a daughter one generation removed ("grand" = generation + "daughter").
What is the verb form of Granddaughter?
There's no verb form.
What is the pronunciation of Granddaughter?
/ˈɡran(d)ˌdɔːtər/
Which preposition is used with Granddaughter?
Of.
Which vowel is used before Granddaughter?
A.
What is the singular form of Granddaughter?
Granddaughter.
What is the plural form of Granddaughter?
Granddaughters.
Which conjunction is used with Granddaughter?
No specific conjunction; depends on context.
Is Granddaughter a noun or adjective?
Noun.
What is the root word of Granddaughter?
Daughter.
Is Granddaughter a countable noun?
Yes.
Is Granddaughter a collective noun?
No.
Is Granddaughter a vowel or consonant?
It’s a noun, not a vowel or consonant.
Is the Granddaughter term a metaphor?
No.
How many syllables are in Granddaughter?
Three.
Is the word Granddaughter imperative?
No.
Is the word Granddaughter a Gerund?
No.
What is a stressed syllable in Granddaughter?
Daugh.
Which article is used with Granddaughter?
The or a.
How do we divide Granddaughter into syllables?
Grand-daugh-ter.
What part of speech is Granddaughter?
Noun.
Is Granddaughter an abstract noun?
No.
Is the word “Granddaughter” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
It can be either, depending on the sentence.
What is another term for Granddaughter?
There isn't a perfect synonym, but a related term might be “grandchild.”
Is Granddaughter an adverb?
No.
Is Granddaughter a negative or positive word?
Neutral.
What is the opposite of Granddaughter?
Grandson.
Which determiner is used with Granddaughter?
Any determiner (e.g., the, a, my) can be used.
How is Granddaughter used in a sentence?
"My granddaughter enjoys visiting the museum."
Share Your Discovery
Previous Comparison
Pleace vs. Please
Next Comparison
Infantryman vs. InfanteerAuthor Spotlight
Written by
Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
Co-written by
Fiza RafiqueFiza Rafique is a skilled content writer at AskDifference.com, where she meticulously refines and enhances written pieces. Drawing from her vast editorial expertise, Fiza ensures clarity, accuracy, and precision in every article. Passionate about language, she continually seeks to elevate the quality of content for readers worldwide.
