Italian · Family & People
genitore
parent
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A mother or father; a person's parent.
Example
I miei genitori vivono a Milano.
My parents live in Milan.
Etymology
'Genitore' stems from the Latin 'genitor', which refers to a progenitor or one who gives birth, with its usage evolving to denote parental roles in modern Italian.
How & Where It’s Used
'Genitore' is commonly used in formal and informal contexts, mostly in written language, gaining usage in contemporary discussions about family.