familia
family
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/faˈmi.lja/
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Cultural Note
In Spanish-speaking cultures, 'familia' often extends well beyond the nuclear family to include aunts, uncles, cousins, and even close family friends. Sunday family meals are a deeply rooted tradition across Latin America and Spain.
📝 Example Sentences
Mi familia es muy grande y unida.
My family is very large and close-knit.
Los domingos siempre comemos en familia.
On Sundays we always eat as a family.
La familia es lo más importante en la vida.
Family is the most important thing in life.