familia política
in-laws; family by marriage
Advanced Phrase
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Pronunciation
/faˈmi.lja poˈli.ti.ka/
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Cultural Note
The 'familia política' (literally 'political family') encompasses all relatives gained through marriage. Managing relationships with in-laws is a major theme in Hispanic family life. Holidays often involve negotiating time between both families, a common source of both joy and stress.
📝 Example Sentences
Me llevo bien con toda mi familia política.
I get along well with all my in-laws.
Pasamos la Navidad con la familia política.
We spent Christmas with the in-laws.