Spanish · Family & People
Familia
Family
Beginnernoun
Definition
A group of people related by blood or marriage.
Example
Mi familia es muy unida.
My family is very close.
Etymology
'Familia' comes from the Latin 'familia', which referred to the household of a Roman, including slaves. Over time, the meaning expanded to include kinship ties.
How & Where It’s Used
The term 'familia' is employed in both formal and informal contexts. It is extensively used in both spoken and written Spanish across all regions.