Hello, students! When people get married, their families grow bigger. They get new relatives with special names. The mother of the person you marry is your mother-in-law. What is the title for the father of the person you marry? Let's find out.
Mother-in-law Opposite Gender
On This Page
Mother-in-law vs. Father-in-law: A Clear Comparison
This table explains the terms for your spouse's parents.
| Term | Gender | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Mother-in-law | Female | The mother of one's spouse. |
| Father-in-law | Male | The father of one's spouse. |
What is a Mother-in-law?
A mother-in-law is your husband's mother or your wife's mother. It is a relationship created by marriage.
What is a Father-in-law?
A father-in-law is the masculine equivalent of a mother-in-law. He is your husband's father or your wife's father.
Understanding 'In-Law' Relationships
The term "in-law" means a relative you have "by law" (the law of marriage), not by blood. There are other "in-law" relationships too:
- Brother-in-law: Your spouse's brother, or your sister's husband.
- Sister-in-law: Your spouse's sister, or your brother's wife.
- Son-in-law: Your daughter's husband.
- Daughter-in-law: Your son's wife.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mother-in-law Masculine Gender
The masculine gender of 'Mother-in-law' is Father-in-law.
Mother-in-law Opposite Gender
The opposite gender of a Mother-in-law is a Father-in-law. Mother-in-law is a female gender term and Father-in-law is a male gender term.
Male equivalent of Mother-in-law
The male equivalent of a Mother-in-law is a Father-in-law.
Practice Exercises
Worksheet: Choose the Correct Term
Fill in the blanks with the correct term: father-in-law or mother-in-law.
- My _______ makes the best biryani.
- My wife's father, my _______, is a retired army officer.
- A man's _______ is his wife's mother.
Discover More Feminine Genders
Curious about other Male/Female Genders? Dive into our collection!