VocabJLPT N1
father-in-law
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. father-in-law
  2. 2. foster father
  3. 3. stepfather
This noun refers to one's father-in-law, meaning the father of one's spouse. It can also refer to a stepfather, and it is the formal or written way to refer to this family relationship.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Some vegetables arrived from my father-in-law during lunch.

Sentence 2

Even so, my father-in-law pushed me forward saying, "Make the decision yourself!"

Sentence 3

I had no idea my father-in-law could play guitar — totally unexpected!

Sentence 4

In a quiet moment, I felt the weight of my father-in-law's gaze.

Sentence 5

I'll check with my father-in-law first before I decide.