Punjabi family relationships
Poti vs Dohti: what is the difference?
Poti is your son's daughter, while Dohti is your daughter's daughter. English uses granddaughter for both, but Punjabi records which child connects the generations.
Side-by-side definitions
ਪੋਤੀ
Poti means son's daughter in Punjabi.
Use Poti when your granddaughter is your son's daughter.
ਦੋਹਤੀ
Dohti means daughter's daughter in Punjabi.
Use Dohti when your granddaughter is your daughter's daughter.
Where each person sits in the family
The Poti branch travels through your Son before reaching his daughter. The Dohti branch travels through your Daughter before reaching her daughter.
The difference at a glance
| Term | Exact relationship | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| ਪੋਤੀPoti | son's daughter | When your granddaughter is your son's daughter |
| ਦੋਹਤੀDohti | daughter's daughter | When your granddaughter is your daughter's daughter |
Easy way to remember
Poti follows your son. Dohti follows your daughter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Poti and Dohti?
Poti is your son's daughter, while Dohti is your daughter's daughter. English uses granddaughter for both, but Punjabi records which child connects the generations.
Are Poti and Dohti the same relationship?
No. Poti means son's daughter, while Dohti means daughter's daughter. Poti follows your son. Dohti follows your daughter.
Which side of the family are Poti and Dohti on?
The Poti branch travels through your Son before reaching his daughter. The Dohti branch travels through your Daughter before reaching her daughter. These are the specific Punjabi kinship paths.
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