Family is one of the most important things in life. They are the people who love and support us no matter what. That’s why it’s important to know the vocabulary for family members.
- Immediate family:
- madre (mother)
- padre (father)
- genitore (parent)
- figlio/a (child)
- figlio (son)
- figlia (daughter)
- fratello (brother)
- sorella (sister)
- marito (husband)
- moglie (wife)
- Extended family:
- nonno (grandfather)
- nonna (grandmother)
- zio (uncle)
- zia (aunt)
- cugino/a (cousin)
- nipote (niece or nephew)
- cognato/a (in-law)
- suocero (father-in-law)
- suocera (mother-in-law)
- Genero (son-in-law)
- nuora (daughter-in-law)
Here are some examples of how to use this vocabulary in sentences:
- La mia madre è insegnante. (My mother is a teacher.)
- I miei nonni vivono in campagna. (My grandparents live in the countryside.)
- I miei cognati sono molto accoglienti. (My in-laws are very welcoming.)
By learning the Italian vocabulary for family members, you will be able to communicate more effectively with native speakers and to learn more about Italian culture.