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Urdu → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Everyday Vocabulary → Family and Relationships

Introduction

In this lesson, we will explore the topic of family and relationships in Urdu language. Family is an important aspect of every culture, and Urdu is no exception. By learning the vocabulary and expressions related to family and relationships, you will be able to have meaningful conversations and connect with Urdu-speaking individuals on a deeper level.

This lesson is part of the larger course titled "Complete 0 to A1 Urdu Course," which aims to take students from beginner to the A1 level. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of the vocabulary and grammar related to family and relationships in Urdu.

Family Members

In Urdu, there are specific words to describe each family member. Let's start by learning the names of different family members in Urdu:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English Translation
والد	wālid	father
والدہ	wālidah	mother
بیٹا	beṭā	son
بیٹی	beṭī	daughter
بھائی	bhai	brother
بہن	behn	sister
دادا	dādā	paternal grandfather
دادی	dādī	paternal grandmother
نانا	nānā	maternal grandfather
نانی	nānī	maternal grandmother

Now that you know the basic family members, let's move on to some more specific relationships within the family.

Immediate Family

The immediate family refers to the closest relatives, including parents, siblings, and children. Here are some common terms related to immediate family in Urdu:

• والدین - parents
• بہن بھائی - siblings
• بچے - children

For example:

• والدین کا پیار - love of parents
• بچے کا خواب - child's dream

Extended Family

The extended family includes relatives beyond the immediate family, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Here are some terms related to extended family in Urdu:

• دادا دادی - paternal grandparents
• نانا نانی - maternal grandparents
• چچا چچی - paternal uncle and aunt
• مامو مامی - maternal uncle and aunt
• بھانجا بھانجی - nephew and niece
• دایاں بھائی - cousin (male)
• دائیں بہن - cousin (female)

For example:

• دادا دادی کے گھر - grandparents' house
• چچا چچی کا بچہ - cousin's child

In-Laws

In Urdu culture, in-laws hold a significant place in family relationships. Here are some terms related to in-laws in Urdu:

• ساس - mother-in-law
• ساسر - father-in-law
• دیورانی - daughter-in-law
• دیور - son-in-law

For example:

• ساس بہو کا رشتہ - relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law
• ساسر بہو کا تعلق - relationship between father-in-law and daughter-in-law

Cultural Insights

Family is highly valued in Urdu-speaking cultures, and maintaining strong family ties is considered important. Extended families often live together or in close proximity, and family members play an active role in each other's lives. Respect for elders and taking care of parents is deeply ingrained in the culture.

In many Urdu-speaking households, the father is seen as the head of the family and the decision-maker, while the mother is responsible for the household and nurturing the children. However, these roles are not fixed and can vary depending on the family dynamics and individual preferences.

Marriage is a significant milestone in Urdu-speaking cultures, and arranged marriages are still prevalent. In such marriages, the families of the bride and groom play a crucial role in the matchmaking process. This emphasizes the importance of extended family in shaping relationships and social connections.

Exercises

1. Match the Urdu words with their English translations:

• والد - father
• بیٹی - daughter
• دادی - paternal grandmother
• نانا - maternal grandfather
• بہن - sister

2. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Urdu word:

• والدین کے بغیر انسان کچھ نہیں ہوتا۔ (Parents)
• میں اپنی بہن کے ساتھ باہر جانا چاہتا ہوں۔ (Sister)
• میرے نانا نانی بہت خوش مزاج ہیں۔ (Maternal grandparents)

3. Describe your immediate family in Urdu. Use the vocabulary and sentence structures learned in this lesson.

Solutions

1. Match the Urdu words with their English translations:

• والد - father
• بیٹی - daughter
• دادی - paternal grandmother
• نانا - maternal grandfather
• بہن - sister

2. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Urdu word:

• والدین کے بغیر انسان کچھ نہیں ہوتا۔ (Parents)
• میں اپنی بہن کے ساتھ باہر جانا چاہتا ہوں۔ (Sister)
• میرے نانا نانی بہت خوش مزاج ہیں۔ (Maternal grandparents)

3. Describe your immediate family in Urdu. Use the vocabulary and sentence structures learned in this lesson.

My immediate family consists of my والد (father), والدہ (mother), and بھائی (brother). My والد (father) is a hardworking and caring person. My والدہ (mother) takes care of the household and is a loving mother. My بھائی (brother) is younger than me and we get along well.

Table of Contents - Urdu Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Urdu Script

• Urdu Alphabet
• Connecting Letters

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Basic Vocabulary

• Greetings and Introductions
• Numbers and Counting
• Days of the Week and Months

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Basic Sentence Structure

• Nouns and Pronouns
• Verbs and Tenses
• Adjectives and Adverbs

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Everyday Vocabulary

• Colors and Shapes
• Food and Drinks
• Clothing and Accessories

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Forming Questions and Negations

• Question Words
• Negation

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Directions and Locations

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Urdu Culture and Traditions

• Festivals and Celebrations
• Urdu Literature and Poetry

Sources

• 30+ Urdu Vocabulary For Family: An Easy Guide - Ling App
• Must-Know Urdu Terms for Family Members
• Relationship and Family Vocabulary with Urdu meanings | English ...
• Urdu - Wikipedia

Other Lessons

• Emotions and Feelings
• Count from 1 to 10
• Count to 10
• Vegetables
• Drinks
• Resources
• Numbers
• Education
• Colors
• Business and Professional Vocabulary