Usage Note
Schwiegertochter is the wife of one's son. The Schwieger- prefix marks all in-law relations, as in Schwiegersohn, Schwiegermutter. Note the irregular plural Schwiegertöchter with umlaut. It is feminine, taking die.
Examples
"Seine Schwiegertochter kümmert sich liebevoll um die Enkelkinder."
Natural Translation
His daughter-in-law lovingly takes care of the grandchildren.
Literal Translation
His daughter-in-law cares herself lovingly around the grandchildren.
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