儿子

儿子 (ér zi) is the Chinese word for 'son,' specifically referring to a male child. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to denote a father's or mother's son.

The character 儿 (ér) originally meant 'child' and was often used in classical Chinese, while 子 (zǐ) means 'son' or 'child.' Together, they form a term that emphasizes the relationship between parent and child, with a stronger emphasis on the male child.

儿子 is widely used in daily conversation, literature, and media. In Chinese culture, having a son is often seen as important for family lineage and continuity. The term may also appear in expressions such as “有儿有女” (yǒu ér yǒu nǚ), meaning 'to have both sons and daughters,' highlighting family completeness.