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What does parent-in-law mean?
One's spouse's parent.
Where does parent-in-law come from?
From parent + -in-law.

How to pronounce parent-in-law

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “parent-in-law”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “parent-in-law” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.