How do you pronounce filial?

filial is pronounced as /ˈfɪliəl/.

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filial

👨‍👩‍👧filial

adjective

/ˈfɪliəl/

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Meaning

relating to a son or daughter; showing respect or affection toward parents

Example Sentences

He showed filial respect by caring for his aging parents.

Synonyms

dutiful, devoted, loving, respectful

Antonyms

unfilial, disobedient, neglectful

Collocations

filial duty, filial piety, filial affection, filial respect

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