直系卑属 (ちょっけいひぞく) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun
lineal descendant
Legal term for a direct blood descendant, such as a child or grandchild. Used in inheritance and family law contexts.
straightaway, honesty, frankness
属belong, genus, subordinate official Similar words
- 直系尊属
Refers to lineal ascendants (parents, grandparents), the opposite of 直系卑属.
- 傍系卑属
Refers to collateral descendants (e.g., nephews, nieces), not direct line.
Etymology
Compound of 直系 (direct line) + 卑属 (descendant). The term is primarily used in legal contexts.