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Introduction

In this lesson, we will explore the topic of family and relationships in Marathi. Understanding the vocabulary related to family and relationships is essential for effective communication in any language. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about your family members and describe various relationships in Marathi. We will cover a wide range of vocabulary, from immediate family members to extended family and beyond. So let's dive in and expand our Marathi vocabulary!

Family Members

Immediate Family

Let's start by learning the names of immediate family members in Marathi. These are the family members who are closest to us and play an important role in our lives.

Here are some common immediate family members in Marathi:

Marathi	Pronunciation	English Translation
माता	mātā	mother
पिता	pitā	father
पुत्र	putra	son
पुत्री	putrī	daughter
पत्नी	patnī	wife
पति	pati	husband
भाऊ	bhāū	brother
बहिण	bahiṇ	sister

It's important to note that the word for brother, "भाऊ" (bhāū), can also be used to address a male friend in Marathi. Similarly, the word for sister, "बहिण" (bahiṇ), can also be used to address a female friend.

Extended Family

Now let's move on to the names of extended family members in Marathi. These are the family members who are not part of our immediate family but still hold a significant place in our lives.

Here are some common extended family members in Marathi:

Marathi	Pronunciation	English Translation
दादा	dādā	paternal grandfather
आजी	ājī	paternal grandmother
नाना	nānā	maternal grandfather
आजोबा	ājobā	maternal grandmother
आत्या	ātyā	paternal aunt
काका	kākā	paternal uncle
मावशी	māvaśī	maternal aunt
मामा	māmā	maternal uncle
भाचा	bhācā	nephew
भाची	bhācī	niece

It's interesting to note that in Marathi, the words for paternal and maternal grandparents are different. The word for paternal grandparents is "दादा" (dādā) and "आजी" (ājī), while the word for maternal grandparents is "नाना" (nānā) and "आजोबा" (ājobā).

Other Family Members

Apart from immediate and extended family members, there are other family members we often interact with and are considered part of our family.

Here are some common other family members in Marathi:

Marathi	Pronunciation	English Translation
ससर	sasar	mother-in-law
सासर	sāsar	father-in-law
सासू	sāsū	grandmother-in-law
सासरू	sāsarū	grandfather-in-law
नवरा	navarā	husband (used by wife)
बायको	bāyakō	wife (used by husband)
मावशा	māvaśā	brother-in-law
मावशी	māvaśī	sister-in-law

It's important to note that the word for husband, "नवरा" (navarā), is used by a wife to address her husband, while the word for wife, "बायको" (bāyakō), is used by a husband to address his wife.

Relationships

Apart from family members, it's also important to know how to describe relationships in Marathi. Let's learn some common relationship terms:

Marathi	Pronunciation	English Translation
प्रेमी	premī	boyfriend
प्रेमिका	premikā	girlfriend
पत्नी	patnī	spouse
पती	patī	husband
पत्नी	patnī	wife
दोस्त	dōst	friend
मित्र	mitra	friend
शिक्षक	śikṣak	teacher
छात्र	chātr	student
बांधव	bāndhav	relative

It's important to note that the word for friend, "दोस्त" (dōst), can be used for both male and female friends. Another word for friend is "मित्र" (mitra).

Cultural Insights

In Marathi culture, family holds a significant place. The concept of a joint family is prevalent, where multiple generations live together under one roof. This fosters strong bonds between family members and emphasizes the importance of mutual respect and support.

Marathi weddings are grand affairs, known for their elaborate rituals and traditions. The wedding ceremony is a celebration of the union not just of two individuals, but of two families. It is a time for family members to come together and strengthen their relationships.

Another interesting cultural aspect is the celebration of festivals. Marathi festivals are vibrant and exuberant, with each festival having its unique customs and traditions. During festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi and Diwali, families come together to celebrate and participate in various rituals.

Exercises

Now let's practice using the vocabulary we have learned so far. Complete the following exercises by filling in the blanks with the appropriate Marathi words.

1. "सासू" (sāsū) means ____________. 2. "भाची" (bhācī) means ____________. 3. "मावशी" (māvaśī) means ____________. 4. "प्रेमी" (premī) means ____________. 5. "दादा" (dādā) means ____________.

Solution: 1. grandmother-in-law 2. niece 3. sister-in-law 4. boyfriend 5. paternal grandfather

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully learned Marathi family vocabulary and how to talk about relationships. Understanding these words and phrases will greatly enhance your ability to communicate with native Marathi speakers and navigate various social situations. Keep practicing and expanding your vocabulary, and soon you will be able to confidently discuss family and relationships in Marathi.

In the next lesson, we will explore Marathi vocabulary related to daily routines. Stay tuned!

Table of Contents - Marathi Course - 0 to A1

Course Presentation

Basic Greetings and Introductions

Basic Sentence Structure

Numbers and Time

Nouns and Pronouns

Common Verbs and Adjectives

Questions and Answers

Food and Dining

Marathi Festivals and Traditions

Travel and Transportation

Prepositions and Conjunctions

Family and Relationships

Marathi Literature and Cinema

Videos

Family Related Words Meaning in Marathi #engvocabulary ...

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Sources

Other Lessons

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+== Introduction ==
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+In this lesson, we will explore the topic of family and relationships in Marathi. Understanding the vocabulary related to family and relationships is essential for effective communication in any language. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about your family members and describe various relationships in Marathi. We will cover a wide range of vocabulary, from immediate family members to extended family and beyond. So let's dive in and expand our Marathi vocabulary!
-Hello and welcome to the "Complete 0 to A1 Marathi Course". In this lesson, we will focus on Marathi vocabulary related to family and relationships. As a Marathi language teacher for the past 20 years, I have seen that understanding and using family-related vocabulary is key to communicating effectively in Marathi. So, let's dive in!
+== Family Members ==
+=== Immediate Family ===
-<span link>Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: [[Language/Marathi/Vocabulary/Relationship-Phrases|Relationship Phrases]] & [[Language/Marathi/Vocabulary/Language-proficiency-exams|Language proficiency exams]].</span>
+Let's start by learning the names of immediate family members in Marathi. These are the family members who are closest to us and play an important role in our lives.
-== Marathi Family Vocabulary ==
-Marathi is an Indo-Aryan language spoken in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The family is an important social institution in Marathi culture, and there are many words to refer to different family members. Here are some of the most common ones:
+Here are some common immediate family members in Marathi:
 {| class="wikitable"
-! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English
+! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
+|-
+| माता || mātā || mother
+|-
+| पिता || pitā || father
+|-
+| पुत्र || putra || son
+|-
+| पुत्री || putrī || daughter
+|-
+| पत्नी || patnī || wife
 |-
-| आई (ai) || ɑi || Mother
+| पति || pati || husband
 |-
-| बाबा (bābā) || bɑːbɑː || Father
+| भाऊ || bhāū || brother
+|-
+| बहिण || bahiṇ || sister
+|}
+It's important to note that the word for brother, "भाऊ" (bhāū), can also be used to address a male friend in Marathi. Similarly, the word for sister, "बहिण" (bahiṇ), can also be used to address a female friend.
+=== Extended Family ===
+Now let's move on to the names of extended family members in Marathi. These are the family members who are not part of our immediate family but still hold a significant place in our lives.
+Here are some common extended family members in Marathi:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| वडील (vaḍīl) || wəɖil || Grandfather
+| दादा || dādā || paternal grandfather
 |-
-| आजी (ajī) || ɑdʒi || Grandmother
+| आजी || ājī || paternal grandmother
 |-
-| धडा (dhadā) || d̪ʱəd̪aː || Brother
+| नाना || nānā || maternal grandfather
 |-
-| बहिण (bahin) || bəhɪn || Sister
+| आजोबा || ājobā || maternal grandmother
 |-
-| भाऊ (bhāū) || bʱaːu || Elder Brother
+| आत्या || ātyā || paternal aunt
 |-
-| ताई (tāī) || t̪ɑːi || Elder Sister
+| काका || kākā || paternal uncle
 |-
-| कुटुंब (kuṭumb) || kut̪umb || Family
+| मावशी || māvaśī || maternal aunt
 |-
-| स्त्री (strī) || striː || Wife
+| मामा || māmā || maternal uncle
 |-
-| पती (patī) || pətiː || Husband
+| भाचा || bhācā || nephew
 |-
-| बाळ (bāḷa) || bɑːɭə || Child
+| भाची || bhācī || niece
 |}
-Here are some sample sentences using this family vocabulary:
+It's interesting to note that in Marathi, the words for paternal and maternal grandparents are different. The word for paternal grandparents is "दादा" (dādā) and "आजी" (ājī), while the word for maternal grandparents is "नाना" (nānā) and "आजोबा" (ājobā).
-* आई माझं फेवरेट भाजी बनवतात. (My mother cooks my favorite vegetables.)
+=== Other Family Members ===
-* बाबा माझ्या स्कूलच्या साठी गाडी घेतील. (My father will pick me up from school.)
-* धडा खेळाच्या काळात आला होता. (My brother came during the time of playing.)
-* तुमची बहिण काय करत आहे? (What is your sister doing?)
-* वडीलांचं संगणक चालू नाही. (Grandfather's computer is not working.)
-== Talking about Relationships ==
+Apart from immediate and extended family members, there are other family members we often interact with and are considered part of our family.
-In addition to family members, it is also important to know how to talk about relationships in Marathi. Here are some common words and phrases:
+Here are some common other family members in Marathi:
 {| class="wikitable"
-! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English
+! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| प्रेम (prem) || prem || Love
+| ससर || sasar || mother-in-law
 |-
-| स्नेह (sneh) || snehə || Affection
+| सासर || sāsar || father-in-law
 |-
-| कृतज्ञता (kr̥tajñatā) || krut̪ədʒjənətaː || Gratitude
+| सासू || sāsū || grandmother-in-law
 |-
-| मित्र (mitra) || mit̪ra || Friend
+| सासरू || sāsarū || grandfather-in-law
 |-
-| साथी (sāthī) || sɑːt̪ʰiː || Companion
+| नवरा || navarā || husband (used by wife)
 |-
-| पत्नी (patnī) || pətniː || Spouse
+| बायको || bāyakō || wife (used by husband)
 |-
-| भाऊ-बहिण (bhāū-bahin) || bʱaːu-bəhɪn || Siblings
+| मावशा || māvaśā || brother-in-law
 |-
-| सहचर (sahacar) || səhət͡sar || Colleague
+| मावशी || māvaśī || sister-in-law
 |}
-These words and phrases can be used to describe the relationships between different people. For example:
+It's important to note that the word for husband, "नवरा" (navarā), is used by a wife to address her husband, while the word for wife, "बायको" (bāyakō), is used by a husband to address his wife.
-* त्यांच्यात स्नेह आहे. (There is affection between them.)
+== Relationships ==
-* माझ्या सहचराशी एका प्रकारचं भाऊ-बहिणच असतं. (I have a sibling-like relationship with my colleague.)
-* माझं मित्र आज संगीत शॉपिंग करत आहे. (My friend and I will go music shopping today.)
+Apart from family members, it's also important to know how to describe relationships in Marathi. Let's learn some common relationship terms:
-* त्यासाठी मगच कृतज्ञ आहे. (I am grateful to him for that.)
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
+|-
+| प्रेमी || premī || boyfriend
+|-
+| प्रेमिका || premikā || girlfriend
+|-
+| पत्नी || patnī || spouse
+|-
+| पती || patī || husband
+|-
+| पत्नी || patnī || wife
+|-
+| दोस्त || dōst || friend
+|-
+| मित्र || mitra || friend
+|-
+| शिक्षक || śikṣak || teacher
+|-
+| छात्र || chātr || student
+|-
+| बांधव || bāndhav || relative
+|}
+It's important to note that the word for friend, "दोस्त" (dōst), can be used for both male and female friends. Another word for friend is "मित्र" (mitra).
+== Cultural Insights ==
+In Marathi culture, family holds a significant place. The concept of a joint family is prevalent, where multiple generations live together under one roof. This fosters strong bonds between family members and emphasizes the importance of mutual respect and support.
+Marathi weddings are grand affairs, known for their elaborate rituals and traditions. The wedding ceremony is a celebration of the union not just of two individuals, but of two families. It is a time for family members to come together and strengthen their relationships.
+Another interesting cultural aspect is the celebration of festivals. Marathi festivals are vibrant and exuberant, with each festival having its unique customs and traditions. During festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi and Diwali, families come together to celebrate and participate in various rituals.
+== Exercises ==
+Now let's practice using the vocabulary we have learned so far. Complete the following exercises by filling in the blanks with the appropriate Marathi words.
+. "सासू" (sāsū) means ____________.
+. "भाची" (bhācī) means ____________.
+. "मावशी" (māvaśī) means ____________.
+. "प्रेमी" (premī) means ____________.
+. "दादा" (dādā) means ____________.
+Solution:
+. grandmother-in-law
+. niece
+. sister-in-law
+. boyfriend
+. paternal grandfather
 == Conclusion ==
-In this lesson, we covered a range of Marathi vocabulary related to family and relationships. These words and phrases are an essential part of everyday communication in Marathi, and I hope you found this lesson helpful. Practice using them in context, and you will soon become comfortable with them. In the next lesson, we will focus on Marathi vocabulary related to daily routines.
+Congratulations! You have successfully learned Marathi family vocabulary and how to talk about relationships. Understanding these words and phrases will greatly enhance your ability to communicate with native Marathi speakers and navigate various social situations. Keep practicing and expanding your vocabulary, and soon you will be able to confidently discuss family and relationships in Marathi.
+In the next lesson, we will explore Marathi vocabulary related to daily routines. Stay tuned!
-<span link>Upon wrapping up this lesson, take a look at these related pages: [[Language/Marathi/Vocabulary/Common-Verbs|Common Verbs]] & [[Language/Marathi/Vocabulary/Fruits|Fruits]].</span>
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+==Sources==
+* [https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Marathi/Family_Relationships Marathi/Family Relationships - Wikibooks, open books for an open ...]
+* [https://www.learnentry.com/english-marathi/vocabulary/relationship-in-marathi/ Family Relationship names in Marathi & English - Learn Entry]
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