三男
Meanings
1
Refers specifically to the third-born son in a family. Often used in family registers, introductions, or when distinguishing birth order.
He is the third son, with two older brothers above him.
2
three sons
Used when counting or referring to a group of three male children. Less common than the 'third son' sense, and context usually makes the meaning clear.
He has three sons and one daughter.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉の三男として生まれるto be born as someone's third son
He was born as the third son of a farming family.
- 三男をもうけるto have three sons
The couple had three sons.