Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Familia: family
familia
Pronunciation: fah-MEE-lyah (stress the capital letters)
Familia means “family” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: family
- How to say it: fah-MEE-lyah
- Gender: la familia
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “familia” means and how to use it
Familia means “family.” It can refer to your close relatives or to a wider group of relatives.
Gender and plural
- Gender: la familia (feminine)
- Plural: las familias
Examples with audio
- Mi familia es grande.My family is big.
- Cenamos con la familia los domingos.We have dinner with the family on Sundays.
- ¿Cómo está tu familia?How is your family?
Usage tip
The word is singular, so the verb is singular: mi familia vive aquí. For a close relative, use pariente (relative), not “familiar,” which also means “familiar” as an adjective.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “family” in Spanish?
“family” in Spanish is “familia.” It is pronounced fah-MEE-lyah, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “familia”?
Say fah-MEE-lyah. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “familia” masculine or feminine?
Familia is feminine: “la familia.” The plural is “familias.”
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