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Introduction[edit | edit source]
Welcome to Unit 3 of the "Complete 0 to A1 Portuguese Course"! In this unit, we will focus on family and descriptions. In this specific lesson, we will learn vocabulary to describe family members and their relationships. Family is an important aspect of Portuguese culture, so mastering these vocabulary words will greatly enhance your ability to communicate and connect with Portuguese speakers.
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's start by learning some basic vocabulary words related to family members. These words will help you talk about your own family and understand others when they talk about theirs. Take your time to practice the pronunciation of each word and repeat them out loud to familiarize yourself with the sounds of the Portuguese language.
Immediate Family[edit | edit source]
In Portuguese, immediate family members are typically referred to as "família imediata". Here are some common words to describe immediate family members:
| Portuguese | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| pai | /paɪ/ | father |
| mãe | /mɐ̃j/ | mother |
| filho | /ˈfi.ɫu/ | son |
| filha | /ˈfi.ɫɐ/ | daughter |
| irmão | /iɾˈmɐ̃w̃/ | brother |
| irmã | /iɾˈmɐ̃/ | sister |
| avô | /ɐˈvo/ | grandfather |
| avó | /ɐˈvɔ/ | grandmother |
Extended Family[edit | edit source]
In addition to immediate family, there are also extended family members, or "família estendida". Here are some vocabulary words to describe extended family members:
| Portuguese | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| tio | /ˈtju/ | uncle |
| tia | /ˈtjɐ/ | aunt |
| primo | /ˈpɾimu/ | cousin (male) |
| prima | /ˈpɾimɐ/ | cousin (female) |
| sobrinho | /so.ˈbɾi.ɲu/ | nephew |
| sobrinha | /so.ˈbɾi.ɲɐ/ | niece |
| neto | /ˈnɛ.tu/ | grandson |
| neta | /ˈnɛ.tɐ/ | granddaughter |
Relationships[edit | edit source]
Now that we know the basic vocabulary for family members, let's learn how to describe their relationships. These words will help you understand how people are related to each other and allow you to talk about your own family tree. Here are some common words to describe relationships:
| Portuguese | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| pai | /paɪ/ | father |
| mãe | /mɐ̃j/ | mother |
| filho | /ˈfi.ɫu/ | son |
| filha | /ˈfi.ɫɐ/ | daughter |
| irmão | /iɾˈmɐ̃w̃/ | brother |
| irmã | /iɾˈmɐ̃/ | sister |
| avô | /ɐˈvo/ | grandfather |
| avó | /ɐˈvɔ/ | grandmother |
| tio | /ˈtju/ | uncle |
| tia | /ˈtjɐ/ | aunt |
| primo | /ˈpɾimu/ | cousin (male) |
| prima | /ˈpɾimɐ/ | cousin (female) |
| sobrinho | /so.ˈbɾi.ɲu/ | nephew |
| sobrinha | /so.ˈbɾi.ɲɐ/ | niece |
| neto | /ˈnɛ.tu/ | grandson |
| neta | /ˈnɛ.tɐ/ | granddaughter |
| marido | /mɐ.ˈɾi.du/ | husband |
| esposa | /ɨʃ.ˈpo.zɐ/ | wife |
| genro | /ˈʒẽ.ɾu/ | son-in-law |
| nora | /ˈno.ɾɐ/ | daughter-in-law |
| cunhado | /ku.ˈɲa.du/ | brother-in-law |
| cunhada | /ku.ˈɲa.dɐ/ | sister-in-law |
| padrasto | /pɐ.ˈdɾaʃ.tu/ | stepfather |
| madrasta | /mɐ.ˈdɾaʃ.tɐ/ | stepmother |
| enteado | /ẽ.ˈtɨ̃.du/ | stepson |
| enteada | /ẽ.ˈtɨ̃.dɐ/ | stepdaughter |
| sogro | /ˈso.ɡɾu/ | father-in-law |
| sogra | /ˈso.ɡɾɐ/ | mother-in-law |
Examples[edit | edit source]
Now that we have learned the vocabulary words for family members and their relationships, let's see some examples of how to use them in sentences. Pay close attention to the sentence structure and the correct use of these vocabulary words.
- Meu pai se chama João. (My father's name is João.)
- Ela é minha irmã mais nova. (She is my younger sister.)
- Nós temos três filhos. (We have three children.)
- O avô da Maria é muito engraçado. (Maria's grandfather is very funny.)
- Minha tia mora em São Paulo. (My aunt lives in São Paulo.)
- Meu primo é um ótimo cozinheiro. (My cousin is a great cook.)
- A sobrinha do Marcos está estudando medicina. (Marcos' niece is studying medicine.)
- A neta do casal é uma artista talentosa. (The couple's granddaughter is a talented artist.)
- Meu marido trabalha como engenheiro. (My husband works as an engineer.)
- A esposa do meu irmão é médica. (My brother's wife is a doctor.)
Practice these sentences and try to create your own using the vocabulary words we have learned so far. The more you practice, the more comfortable you will become with using them in conversations.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have learned valuable vocabulary to describe family members and their relationships in Portuguese. Understanding these words will allow you to talk about your own family and understand others when they talk about theirs. Keep practicing and incorporating these words into your daily Portuguese conversations to further enhance your language skills.
In the next lesson, we will continue exploring the topic of family and descriptions by learning how to describe people's physical appearances. Stay tuned and keep up the great work!
Videos[edit | edit source]
Family Members / Relatives in Brazilian Portuguese - Vocabulary ...[edit | edit source]
How to Talk about Your Family in Portuguese? - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Family Vocabulary in Portuguese - Portuguese lesson - YouTube[edit | edit source]
The family in European Portuguese. Vocabulary ...[edit | edit source]
European Portuguese - Lesson 7 - Family Members - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Portuguese Family Members - ielanguages.com
- Your Guide to Talking About Family in Portuguese
- How To Talk About Family In Portuguese
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Bus Station
- Vet
- Family
- Salon
- Beach
- Police Station
- Counting and Numbers
- Hospital
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Movie and Theatre
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