Danish · Family & People
Datter
Daughter
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
A female child in relation to her parents.
Example
Min datter kan lide at tegne.
My daughter likes drawing.
Etymology
The word 'Datter' comes from Old Norse 'dóttir', which has Proto-Germanic origins in '*dōktēr' and is linked to Proto-Indo-European '*dʰugh₂tḗr'. This word has been a crucial part of familial terminology in Northern European languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Datter' is typically used in informal spoken contexts but also appears in written texts. It is universally understood across Danish-speaking regions without notable variation. It often emphasizes kinship.