No. 874 in Romanian
părinții
"Parents"
In a sentence
Părinții mei sunt foarte amabili.
My parents are very kind.
Here, 'părinții' is used in its plural nominative form meaning 'the parents', referring to one's own parents.
Am discutat cu părinții prietenului meu despre vacanța de vară.
I discussed with my friend's parents about the summer vacation.
In this sentence, 'părinții' is used as part of a genitive construction, indicating possession, i.e., 'the parents of my friend'.
Educația pe care părinții o oferă este esențială.
The education that parents provide is essential.
Here, 'părinții' is the subject of the subordinate clause, emphasizing the role of parents in general.
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