Stiefeltern

stepparents

noun SHTEEF-el-tern Rare

Usage Note

Stiefeltern is the collective term for a stepmother (Stiefmutter) and stepfather (Stiefvater) together. The word comes from Old High German stiuf- (orphaned, bereaved), reflecting the historical context of these relationships.

Examples

"Sie hatte ein gutes Verhältnis zu ihren Stiefeltern."

Natural Translation

She had a good relationship with her stepparents.

Literal Translation

She had a good relationship to her step-parents.

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