Translation of Japanese word "家族" to English
家族
かぞく
[kazoku]
IPA: /kaðoɡu/
Meaning
NounA group of people who are closely related to one another (by blood, marriage or adoption); kin; in particular, a set of parents and their children; an immediate family.
How to use
家族 (kazoku) — 'family'. 家族と一緒に — together with family. 大家族 (daikazoku) — large family. 家族全員 — all family members.
🇬🇧 English
family
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 家族
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): かぞく
Romaji Transcription: kazoku
Example Sentences
家族は大切なものです。
かぞくはたいせつなものです。
Family is an important thing.
私と家族は旅行に行きます。
わたしとかぞくはりょこうにいきます。
I and my family will go on a trip.
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Common phrases
- 家族と一緒に— together with family
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Frequency rank: #78 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "家族" mean?▼
The Japanese word "家族" means "family" in English.
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The word "家族" is read as "かぞく" (kazoku). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "A group of people related by blood or marriage.".
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