# grandchildren

/ˈɡɹænˌtʃɪɫdɹən/ (US) · /ɡɹˈændtʃɪldɹən/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/grandchildren
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

the children of your own children. You use this word to talk about the second generation of your family after you.

For teachers: the offspring of one's children. Plural form of grandchild.

## Examples

- She loves spending time with her grandchildren on weekends.
- After retiring, the couple moved closer to the city to be near their three young grandchildren.
- The family estate was eventually divided among the twelve grandchildren, ensuring that the original founder's legacy supported the education of the third generation.

## Pitfalls

- Not "my grandchilds" but "my grandchildren" — The word uses an irregular plural ending in '-children' rather than the standard '-s'.

## Usage notes

- The plural form of 'grandchild'; used collectively for both grandsons and granddaughters.

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