Synonyms for

Daughters

Verb / ˈdɔ:tɜ:z / Another word for daughters — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Daughters means female children or a female offspring.

Synonyms & similar words

daughter son boy girl girls offspring maidens ladies misses lassies sheilas chicks women females sisters siblings kin

Synonyms by register

Formal

female progeny offspring

Informal

girls kids

Literary

scions brood

Antonyms

sons heirs male offspring boys men

Common collocations

  • elder daughter
  • youngest daughter
  • only daughter
  • proud daughter
  • loving daughter
  • daughter's wedding
  • daughter's education

Word family

noun daughter

Usage note

Daughters refers specifically to female children. The plural form is daughters.

Example sentences

  1. I have two daughters and one son.
  2. She has four daughters and no sons.
  3. My daughters are very smart and talented.
  4. The daughters of the king were known for their beauty.
  5. The daughters of the family were expected to behave properly.

Quotes

  • A daughter is a miracle that never ceases to be miraculous...full of beauty and forever beautiful...loving and caring and truly amazing. - Deanna Beisser
  • A daughter is someone you laugh with, dream with, and love with all your heart. - Unknown
  • A daughter is a treasure and a cause of sleeplessness. - Ben Sirach

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