Language/Hindi/Vocabulary/Family-Members
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we will explore the Hindi vocabulary related to family members. Family is an integral part of Indian culture, and knowing the names of family members is essential for daily conversations and building relationships. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently identify and address various family members in Hindi. So let's dive in and expand our Hindi vocabulary for family and relationships!
Family Members in Hindi[edit | edit source]
Family holds a special place in Indian society, and the Hindi language has specific words to address different family members. Here are some common Hindi words for family members:
Immediate Family[edit | edit source]
In Hindi, immediate family members are often referred to as "नजदीकी परिवार" (najdiki parivaar). Let's explore the Hindi words for immediate family members:
| Hindi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| माता-पिता | mātā-pitā | parents |
| माँ | mā̃ | mother |
| पिता | pitā | father |
| बेटा | beṭā | son |
| बेटी | beṭī | daughter |
| भाई | bhāī | brother |
| बहन | bahan | sister |
Extended Family[edit | edit source]
In Indian culture, extended family plays a significant role, and there are specific terms to address different relatives. Let's explore the Hindi words for extended family members:
| Hindi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| दादा | dādā | paternal grandfather |
| दादी | dādī | paternal grandmother |
| नाना | nānā | maternal grandfather |
| नानी | nānī | maternal grandmother |
| चाचा | chāchā | paternal uncle |
| चाची | chāchī | paternal aunt |
| मामा | māmā | maternal uncle |
| मामी | māmī | maternal aunt |
| भांजा | bhā̃jā | nephew |
| भांजी | bhā̃jī | niece |
| भतीजा | bhatījā | nephew |
| भतीजी | bhatījī | niece |
| ससुर | sasur | father-in-law |
| सास | sās | mother-in-law |
| जेठ | jeth | elder brother-in-law |
| जेठानी | jethānī | elder brother-in-law's wife |
| देवर | devar | younger brother-in-law |
| देवरानी | devarānī | younger brother-in-law's wife |
| ननद | nanad | husband's sister |
| साला | sālā | wife's brother |
| साली | sālī | wife's sister |
| साली | sālī | brother's wife |
| जेठानी | jethānī | elder brother's wife |
Other Family Relationships[edit | edit source]
Apart from immediate and extended family, there are other family relationships that are important in Indian culture. Let's learn some Hindi words for these relationships:
| Hindi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| पति | pati | husband |
| पत्नी | patnī | wife |
| बहन-दादी | bahana-dādī | paternal aunt |
| बहन-नानी | bahan-nānī | maternal aunt |
| देवरी | devarī | sister-in-law |
| ननदी | nanadī | brother's wife |
| ससुराल | sasurāl | in-laws' home |
| सासुराल | sāsurāl | husband's parents' home |
| ससुराल | sasurāl | wife's parents' home |
| जेठानी | jethānī | husband's elder brother's wife |
| देवरानी | devarānī | husband's younger brother's wife |
| साली | sālī | wife's brother's wife |
| साली | sālī | wife's sister's husband |
| जेठाना | jethānā | elder brother's wife's brother |
| साला | sālā | brother's wife's brother |
Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]
Indian families are known for their strong bonds and close-knit relationships. In different regions of India, there may be variations in the usage and understanding of family relationships. For example, in some parts of India, the term "भाई" (bhāī) can be used to address not only one's own brother but also male friends or acquaintances. Similarly, the term "बहन" (bahan) can be used to refer to not only one's own sister but also female friends or acquaintances.
Historically, the joint family system was prevalent in India, where several generations lived together under one roof. However, with modernization and urbanization, nuclear families have become more common. Nevertheless, Indian families still maintain strong ties with their extended family members and often come together for festivals, weddings, and other celebrations.
Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]
Now let's practice using the Hindi vocabulary for family members. Choose the appropriate Hindi word for the given English description:
1. Father's father 2. Mother's sister 3. Husband's mother 4. Wife's brother 5. Daughter's daughter 6. Elder brother's wife 7. Maternal grandmother 8. Paternal uncle 9. Nephew's wife 10. Brother's daughter
Solutions:
1. दादा (dādā) 2. मासी (māsī) 3. सास (sās) 4. साला (sālā) 5. पोती (potī) 6. जेठानी (jethānī) 7. नानी (nānī) 8. चाचा (chāchā) 9. भांजी (bhā̃jī) 10. भांजी (bhā̃jī)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have successfully expanded your Hindi vocabulary for family members. Family is an integral part of Indian culture, and knowing the names of family members is essential for daily conversations and building relationships. In this lesson, we explored the Hindi words for immediate and extended family, as well as other family relationships. We also gained cultural insights into the importance of family in Indian society. Keep practicing these words in your conversations, and you will become more confident in speaking Hindi. Happy learning!
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Sources[edit | edit source]
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