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VocabJLPT N2

eldest daughter

Noun

Definitions

1. eldest daughter
2. first-born daughter

This noun specifically refers to the eldest daughter in a family, distinguishing her from younger sisters. It is used when discussing family structure, inheritance, or simply identifying which daughter is being referred to. The equivalent term for the eldest son is 長男, and together these words are common in conversations about family roles and relationships.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Which member of the family is the eldest daughter?

Sentence 2

The eldest daughter probably learns how to give up before anyone else does.

Sentence 3

At the nearby park, the eldest daughter was teaching her little brother to ride a bike.

Sentence 4

She burst through the front door shouting, "I'm home!"

Sentence 5

My eldest daughter has been seeming so grown-up lately.