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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will learn the Telugu words for family members and relationships. Family is an important part of every culture, and being able to talk about your family and relationships is essential in building connections and understanding the Telugu community. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about your family members and relationships in Telugu.

Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Let's start by learning the Telugu words for various family members and relationships. As you go through the list, pay attention to the pronunciation and practice saying the words aloud. Remember that Telugu is a phonetic language, so the pronunciation is based on the sound of the letters.

Family Members[edit | edit source]

Here are some common Telugu words for family members:

Telugu	Pronunciation	English Translation
తల్లి	talli	mother
నాన్న	nanna	father
అన్న	anna	elder brother
అక్క	akka	elder sister
చెల్లి	chelli	younger sister
తమ్ముడు	tammudu	younger brother
పెద్ద నాన్న	pedda nanna	paternal grandfather
పెద్ద తల్లి	pedda talli	paternal grandmother
మొగుడు	mogudu	husband
భార్య	bharya	wife
పుట్టిన కూతురు	puttina koothuru	daughter
పుట్టిన కొడుకు	puttina koduku	son
తల్లి పిన్ని	talli pinni	maternal aunt
మామ	maama	maternal uncle
నాన్న పిన్ని	nanna pinni	paternal aunt
అన్న పోయిన కూతురు	anna poyina koothuru	deceased brother's daughter
చెల్లి పోయిన కొడుకు	chelli poyina koduku	deceased sister's son

Relationships[edit | edit source]

Apart from family members, there are various relationships that are important to know in Telugu. Here are some common Telugu words for relationships:

Telugu	Pronunciation	English Translation
స్నేహితుడు	snehitudu	friend (male)
స్నేహిత	snehitha	friend (female)
ప్రేమికుడు	premaikudu	boyfriend
ప్రేమిక	premaika	girlfriend
గుర్తుకుడు	gurtukudu	husband (formal)
భార్యా	bharya	wife (formal)
స్నేహిత తోడు	snehitha todu	best friend
అక్కన్నప్ప	akkanappaa	uncle (father's younger brother)
అక్కన్న	akkaanna	elder brother (wife's brother)
అన్నయ్య	annayya	elder brother (husband's brother)
అన్నయ్య భార్య	annayya bharya	elder brother's wife
అక్కయ్య	akkayya	elder sister (husband's sister)
అక్కయ్య భర్త	akkayya bharta	elder sister's husband
తమ్మయ్య	tammayya	younger brother's wife
చెల్లియ్య	chellayya	younger sister's husband

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

Telugu culture places a strong emphasis on family and relationships. The concept of "family" extends beyond just immediate family members to include extended family and even close friends. In Telugu, relationships are often addressed with specific terms that indicate the level of respect and familiarity. For example, the term "నాన్న" (nanna) is used to address one's father in a respectful manner, while "అన్న" (anna) is used to address an elder brother in an affectionate way.

In some regions of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, there are specific regional variations in the usage of family terms. For example, in some areas, the term "పెద్ద తల్లి" (pedda talli) is used to refer to one's maternal grandmother, while in other areas, the term "అమ్మ" (amma) is used. These regional variations add richness and diversity to the Telugu language and culture.

Historically, the joint family system was prevalent in Telugu culture, where multiple generations lived together under one roof. However, with changing times, the nuclear family has become more common. Despite this shift, the value and importance placed on family and relationships remain strong in Telugu society.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you have learned the Telugu words for family members and relationships, it's time to practice using them in context. Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding:

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Telugu word for each family member or relationship:

1. నాన్న --> My _______. 2. చెల్లి --> _______ sister. 3. పుట్టిన కూతురు --> _______ daughter. 4. అన్నయ్య భార్య --> Elder brother's _______. 5. స్నేహితుడు --> _______ friend (male).

Exercise 2: Describe Your Family Imagine you are introducing your family to a friend. Write a short paragraph in Telugu describing your family members and relationships. Be sure to use the vocabulary words you have learned in this lesson.

Exercise 3: Dialogue Practice Imagine a conversation between two friends discussing their families. Write a dialogue in Telugu where they talk about their family members and relationships. Use the vocabulary words and phrases you have learned to create a natural and engaging conversation.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: 1. నాన్న --> My father. 2. చెల్లి --> Younger sister. 3. పుట్టిన కూతురు --> Daughter. 4. అన్నయ్య భార్య --> Elder brother's wife. 5. స్నేహితుడు --> Friend (male).

Exercise 2: (Sample Paragraph) నా కుటుంబంలో నాన్న, తల్లి, చెల్లి, తమ్ముడు, పుట్టిన కూతురు మరియు నాకు చాలా స్నేహితులు ఉన్నారు. నాన్న ఒక ఆదర్శ మనిషి మరియు తల్లి నాకు మరియు నాన్నకు చాలా ప్రేమ. నా చెల్లి చాలా చిన్న అమ్మాయి. నా తమ్ముడు నాకు చాలా అదృష్టమైన సహాయం చేస్తుంది. పుట్టిన కూతురు చాలా అనుకరణీయంగా ఉంటుంది.

(Translation: In my family, I have a father, mother, younger sister, younger brother, daughter, and many friends. My father is an ideal person, and I have a lot of love for my mother and father. My younger sister is a very cute girl. My younger brother is very helpful to me. My daughter is very adorable.)

Exercise 3: (Sample Dialogue) Friend 1: హాయ్, మీ కుటుంబం గురించి చెప్పండి. Friend 2: నా కుటుంబంలో నాన్న మరియు తల్లి ఉన్నారు. నాన్న ఒక మరుమకుడు మరియు తల్లి ఒక ఆదర్శ మహిళ. నాకు చాలా స్నేహితులు ఉన్నారు, కానీ కొన్ని మిత్రులతో నాకు బాగా బంధం ఉంది. Friend 1: చాలా బాగుంది. నాకు కూడా అన్నయ్య, అక్కయ్య, చెల్లియ్య మరియు తమ్మయ్య కన్నా చాలా స్నేహం. మన కుటుంబంలో ప్రతి మానం చాలా అదృష్టమైనది.

(Translation: Friend 1: Hi, tell me about your family. Friend 2: In my family, I have a father and mother. My father is a responsible son, and my mother is an ideal woman. I have many friends, but I have a good bond with some of my friends. Friend 1: That's nice. I also have an elder brother, elder sister, younger sister, and younger brother. Every individual in our family is very fortunate.)

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned the Telugu words for family members and relationships. Family is an integral part of Telugu culture, and being able to talk about your family and relationships will help you connect with the Telugu community on a deeper level. Keep practicing and building your vocabulary, as it will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Telugu.

Table of Contents - Telugu Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Introduction to Telugu Script

Basic Vocabulary

Basic Sentence Structure

Everyday Vocabulary

Nouns and Pronouns

Hobbies and Activities

Verbs and Tenses

Telugu Culture and Traditions

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-As a Telugu language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I am excited to help you learn the Telugu words for everyday vocabulary related to family and relationships. Knowing how to talk about family and relationships is important for building relationships with Telugu speaking people. Whether you want to talk about your own family or learn how to address others, this lesson will help you learn the Telugu words and phrases you need to know.
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will learn the Telugu words for family members and relationships. Family is an important part of every culture, and being able to talk about your family and relationships is essential in building connections and understanding the Telugu community. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about your family members and relationships in Telugu.
-<span link>Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: [[Language/Telugu/Vocabulary/Artificial-Intelligence|Artificial Intelligence]] & [[Language/Telugu/Vocabulary/Business-and-Finance|Business and Finance]].</span>
+== Vocabulary ==
-== Family Members ==
-In Telugu, family members are addressed differently based on their gender and age. Here are some commonly used Telugu words for family members:
-=== Immediate Family ===
+Let's start by learning the Telugu words for various family members and relationships. As you go through the list, pay attention to the pronunciation and practice saying the words aloud. Remember that Telugu is a phonetic language, so the pronunciation is based on the sound of the letters.
-* Father - తండ్రి (taṃḍri)
-* Mother - తల్లి (talli)
-* Son - కూతురు (kūturvu)
-* Daughter - పిల్ల (pilla)
-* Brother - బావు (bāvu)
-* Sister - అక్క (akka)
-=== Extended Family ===
+=== Family Members ===
-* Grandfather - తాత (tāta)
-* Grandmother - నానమ్మ (nānamma)
-* Uncle (father's brother) - మామయ్య (māmayya)
-* Aunt (father's brother's wife) - మమ్మిడి (mammidi)
-* Uncle (mother's brother) - మొడ్డ (modda)
-* Aunt (mother's brother's wife) - అత్త (atta)
-It's important to note that in Telugu culture, many people view their cousins as their siblings, especially if they have grown up together. Therefore, cousins are often addressed by the same words used for siblings.
+Here are some common Telugu words for family members:
-== Relationships ==
+{| class="wikitable"
-When referring to relationships, Telugu uses different words depending on the relationship and the age of the person. Here are some of the most common Telugu words used to talk about relationships:
+! Telugu !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
+|-
+| తల్లి || talli || mother
+|-
+| నాన్న || nanna || father
+|-
+| అన్న || anna || elder brother
+|-
+| అక్క || akka || elder sister
+|-
+| చెల్లి || chelli || younger sister
+|-
+| తమ్ముడు || tammudu || younger brother
+|-
+| పెద్ద నాన్న || pedda nanna || paternal grandfather
+|-
+| పెద్ద తల్లి || pedda talli || paternal grandmother
+|-
+| మొగుడు || mogudu || husband
+|-
+| భార్య || bharya || wife
+|-
+| పుట్టిన కూతురు || puttina koothuru || daughter
+|-
+| పుట్టిన కొడుకు || puttina koduku || son
+|-
+| తల్లి పిన్ని || talli pinni || maternal aunt
+|-
+| మామ || maama || maternal uncle
+|-
+| నాన్న పిన్ని || nanna pinni || paternal aunt
+|-
+| అన్న పోయిన కూతురు || anna poyina koothuru || deceased brother's daughter
+|-
+| చెల్లి పోయిన కొడుకు || chelli poyina koduku || deceased sister's son
+|}
-* Husband - భార్య (bhārya)
+=== Relationships ===
-* Wife - భర్త (bharta)
-* Boyfriend - ప్రేమికుడు (prēmikudu)
-* Girlfriend - ప్రేమికురాళ్ళు (prēmikurāḷḷu)
-* Fiance - మంచిప్పుడు (manchippuḍu)
-* Fiancee - మంచిప్పుడి (manchippuḍi)
-* Spouse - జీవిత సహాయం (jīvita sahāyam)
-* Father-in-law - అత్తయ్య (attayya)
-* Mother-in-law - అమ్మయ్య (ammayya)
-* Brother-in-law - ప్రస్తుతు (prastutu)
-* Sister-in-law - శాంతి (śānti)
-== Using Family and Relationship Words in Sentences ==
+Apart from family members, there are various relationships that are important to know in Telugu. Here are some common Telugu words for relationships:
-Now that you know some of the basic Telugu words for family members and relationships, it's important to know how to use these words in sentences. Here are some common Telugu phrases and sentences that you might use in everyday conversation:
-* నేను నా తల్లిని ప్రేమిస్తాను. (nēnu nā tallini prēmistānu) - I love my mother.
+{| class="wikitable"
-* నా బావు ఎక్కడ ఉందారు? (nā bāvu ekkada undāru?) - Where is my brother?
+! Telugu !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
-* మా మొడ్డతల్లి మళ్ళీ సెలవులో ఉన్నారు. (mā modda talli maḷḷī selavulō unnāru) - My aunt is living abroad again.
+|-
-* నేను తను కలిపి ఉన్నాను. (nēnu tanu kalipi unnānu) - I have a sister.
+| స్నేహితుడు || snehitudu || friend (male)
+|-
+| స్నేహిత || snehitha || friend (female)
+|-
+| ప్రేమికుడు || premaikudu || boyfriend
+|-
+| ప్రేమిక || premaika || girlfriend
+|-
+| గుర్తుకుడు || gurtukudu || husband (formal)
+|-
+| భార్యా || bharya || wife (formal)
+|-
+| స్నేహిత తోడు || snehitha todu || best friend
+|-
+| అక్కన్నప్ప || akkanappaa || uncle (father's younger brother)
+|-
+| అక్కన్న || akkaanna || elder brother (wife's brother)
+|-
+| అన్నయ్య || annayya || elder brother (husband's brother)
+|-
+| అన్నయ్య భార్య || annayya bharya || elder brother's wife
+|-
+| అక్కయ్య || akkayya || elder sister (husband's sister)
+|-
+| అక్కయ్య భర్త || akkayya bharta || elder sister's husband
+|-
+| తమ్మయ్య || tammayya || younger brother's wife
+|-
+| చెల్లియ్య || chellayya || younger sister's husband
+|}
+== Cultural Insights ==
+Telugu culture places a strong emphasis on family and relationships. The concept of "family" extends beyond just immediate family members to include extended family and even close friends. In Telugu, relationships are often addressed with specific terms that indicate the level of respect and familiarity. For example, the term "నాన్న" (nanna) is used to address one's father in a respectful manner, while "అన్న" (anna) is used to address an elder brother in an affectionate way.
+In some regions of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, there are specific regional variations in the usage of family terms. For example, in some areas, the term "పెద్ద తల్లి" (pedda talli) is used to refer to one's maternal grandmother, while in other areas, the term "అమ్మ" (amma) is used. These regional variations add richness and diversity to the Telugu language and culture.
+Historically, the joint family system was prevalent in Telugu culture, where multiple generations lived together under one roof. However, with changing times, the nuclear family has become more common. Despite this shift, the value and importance placed on family and relationships remain strong in Telugu society.
+== Practice Exercises ==
+Now that you have learned the Telugu words for family members and relationships, it's time to practice using them in context. Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding:
+Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks
+Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Telugu word for each family member or relationship:
+. నాన్న --> My _______.
+. చెల్లి --> _______ sister.
+. పుట్టిన కూతురు --> _______ daughter.
+. అన్నయ్య భార్య --> Elder brother's _______.
+. స్నేహితుడు --> _______ friend (male).
+Exercise 2: Describe Your Family
+Imagine you are introducing your family to a friend. Write a short paragraph in Telugu describing your family members and relationships. Be sure to use the vocabulary words you have learned in this lesson.
+Exercise 3: Dialogue Practice
+Imagine a conversation between two friends discussing their families. Write a dialogue in Telugu where they talk about their family members and relationships. Use the vocabulary words and phrases you have learned to create a natural and engaging conversation.
+== Solutions ==
+Exercise 1:
+. నాన్న --> My father.
+. చెల్లి --> Younger sister.
+. పుట్టిన కూతురు --> Daughter.
+. అన్నయ్య భార్య --> Elder brother's wife.
+. స్నేహితుడు --> Friend (male).
+Exercise 2: (Sample Paragraph)
+నా కుటుంబంలో నాన్న, తల్లి, చెల్లి, తమ్ముడు, పుట్టిన కూతురు మరియు నాకు చాలా స్నేహితులు ఉన్నారు. నాన్న ఒక ఆదర్శ మనిషి మరియు తల్లి నాకు మరియు నాన్నకు చాలా ప్రేమ. నా చెల్లి చాలా చిన్న అమ్మాయి. నా తమ్ముడు నాకు చాలా అదృష్టమైన సహాయం చేస్తుంది. పుట్టిన కూతురు చాలా అనుకరణీయంగా ఉంటుంది.
+(Translation: In my family, I have a father, mother, younger sister, younger brother, daughter, and many friends. My father is an ideal person, and I have a lot of love for my mother and father. My younger sister is a very cute girl. My younger brother is very helpful to me. My daughter is very adorable.)
+Exercise 3: (Sample Dialogue)
+Friend 1: హాయ్, మీ కుటుంబం గురించి చెప్పండి.
+Friend 2: నా కుటుంబంలో నాన్న మరియు తల్లి ఉన్నారు. నాన్న ఒక మరుమకుడు మరియు తల్లి ఒక ఆదర్శ మహిళ. నాకు చాలా స్నేహితులు ఉన్నారు, కానీ కొన్ని మిత్రులతో నాకు బాగా బంధం ఉంది.
+Friend 1: చాలా బాగుంది. నాకు కూడా అన్నయ్య, అక్కయ్య, చెల్లియ్య మరియు తమ్మయ్య కన్నా చాలా స్నేహం. మన కుటుంబంలో ప్రతి మానం చాలా అదృష్టమైనది.
+(Translation:
+Friend 1: Hi, tell me about your family.
+Friend 2: In my family, I have a father and mother. My father is a responsible son, and my mother is an ideal woman. I have many friends, but I have a good bond with some of my friends.
+Friend 1: That's nice. I also have an elder brother, elder sister, younger sister, and younger brother. Every individual in our family is very fortunate.)
 == Conclusion ==
-Learning the Telugu words for family members and relationships is an important step in mastering everyday vocabulary. By knowing these words and phrases, you can communicate more effectively with Telugu speakers and create stronger connections with them. As you continue your Telugu language journey, keep practicing your vocabulary and exploring new topics to expand your knowledge and skills.
+Congratulations! You have successfully learned the Telugu words for family members and relationships. Family is an integral part of Telugu culture, and being able to talk about your family and relationships will help you connect with the Telugu community on a deeper level. Keep practicing and building your vocabulary, as it will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Telugu.
-<span link>Upon wrapping up this lesson, take a look at these related pages: [[Language/Telugu/Vocabulary/Time-samayamu,kaalamu-సమయము,కాలము|Time samayamu,kaalamu సమయము,కాలము]] & [[Language/Telugu/Vocabulary/Sports-and-Exercise|Sports and Exercise]].</span>
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 ==Videos==
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 ===Family Relations Names In Telugu - YouTube===
 <youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tkkd1qa0tRs</youtube>
+==Sources==
+* [https://web.cs.ucdavis.edu/~vemuri/classes/freshman/family.htm Family and Relations in Telugu at UC Davis]
+* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telugu_language Telugu language - Wikipedia]
 ==Other Lessons==
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 * [[Language/Telugu/Vocabulary/Science-and-Technology|Science and Technology]]
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-==Sources==
-* [https://web.cs.ucdavis.edu/~vemuri/classes/freshman/family.htm Family and Relations in Telugu at UC Davis]
-* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telugu_language Telugu language - Wikipedia]
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