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Family and Relationships

In this lesson, we will learn vocabulary related to family members and relationships. We'll also practice using this vocabulary in sentences.

Vocabulary

Here are some common words related to family members and relationships:

  • Madre: mother
  • Padre: father
  • Fratello: brother
  • Sorella: sister
  • Nonno: grandfather
  • Nonna: grandmother
  • Zio: uncle
  • Zia: aunt
  • Cugino: cousin (male)
  • Cugina: cousin (female)
  • Figlio: son
  • Figlia: daughter
  • Marito: husband
  • Moglie: wife
  • Amico: friend (male)
  • Amica: friend (female)

Using family and relationship vocabulary in sentences

Now, let's practice using these words in sentences. Here are some examples:

  1. La mia madre si chiama Maria - My mother's name is Maria.
  2. Ho due fratelli e una sorella - I have two brothers and one sister.
  3. Mio nonno è molto simpatico - My grandfather is very friendly.
  4. La mia zia abita in una grande città - My aunt lives in a big city.
  5. I miei cugini sono venuti a trovarci - My cousins came to visit us.
  6. Mio figlio ha cinque anni - My son is five years old.
  7. La mia moglie e io andiamo al cinema stasera - My wife and I are going to the movies tonight.
  8. Il mio amico Marco è il mio migliore amico - My friend Marco is my best friend.

Summary

In this lesson, we learned vocabulary related to family members and relationships, and practiced using it in sentences. By memorizing these words and practicing their usage, you will be able to talk about your family and relationships with confidence. Keep up the great work!

Created: 12/18/2023 | Updated: 5/5/2025

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