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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will explore the vocabulary for family members in Romanian. Understanding family relationships is an essential part of language learning, as it allows us to communicate about our loved ones and build meaningful connections with others. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about your family members in Romanian and understand the family dynamics of native Romanian speakers. Let's dive in!

Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

To begin, let's learn the Romanian words for various family members. Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary below, including the pronunciation and English translation.

Immediate Family[edit | edit source]

Romanian	Pronunciation	English
mama	'mama	mother
tata	'tata	father
frate	'fra.te	brother
soră	'so.rə	sister
fiică	'fi.jəkə	daughter
fiu	'fi.u	son

Extended Family[edit | edit source]

Romanian	Pronunciation	English
bunici	bu.'ni.tʃi	grandparents
bunic	'bu.nik	grandfather
bunică	'bu.ni.kə	grandmother
unchi	'un.ki	uncle
mătușă	'mə.tuʃə	aunt
verișor	ve.'ri.ʃor	cousin (male)
verișoară	ve.'ri.ʃo̯a.rə	cousin (female)

In-Laws[edit | edit source]

Romanian	Pronunciation	English
soț	so̯ɦt	husband
soție	so̯ɦ.'tje	wife
ginere	'ɡi.ne̯re	son-in-law
noră	'no.rə	daughter-in-law
cumnat	'ku.mnat	brother-in-law
cumnată	'ku.mna.tə	sister-in-law

Cultural Insight[edit | edit source]

Romanian culture places a strong emphasis on family ties and the importance of maintaining close relationships with relatives. Family gatherings and celebrations are common, especially during holidays and special occasions. It is not uncommon for extended family members to live in close proximity or even in the same household, fostering a sense of unity and support.

In Romania, it is customary to address older family members and relatives with more respect and formality. This is reflected in the use of specific terms such as "bunici" (grandparents), "unchi" (uncle), and "mătușă" (aunt). These terms convey a sense of reverence and honor towards elders.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you have learned the vocabulary for family members in Romanian, let's put your knowledge into practice with some exercises. Choose the correct word or phrase to complete each sentence.

1. Cine este ____? (Who is your mother?) a) mama mea (my mother) b) tatăl meu (my father) c) sora mea (my sister)

2. Ce înseamnă "verișor" în engleză? (What does "verișor" mean in English?) a) cousin (male) b) cousin (female) c) aunt

3. Care este pluralul pentru "bunică"? (What is the plural for "bunică"?) a) bunic (grandfather) b) bunici (grandparents) c) bunică (grandmother)

4. Cum se spune "wife" în română? (How do you say "wife" in Romanian?) a) soție b) soț c) fiică

5. Ce înseamnă "ginere" în engleză? (What does "ginere" mean in English?) a) son-in-law b) daughter-in-law c) brother-in-law

6. Care este cuvântul românesc pentru "brother"? a) frate b) soră c) fiu

7. "Cumnată" înseamnă... (What does "cumnată" mean...) a) aunt b) sister-in-law c) uncle

Exercise Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. a) mama mea (my mother) 2. a) cousin (male) 3. b) bunici (grandparents) 4. a) soție 5. a) son-in-law 6. a) frate 7. b) sister-in-law

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned the vocabulary for family members in Romanian. By understanding and using these words, you will be able to discuss your family and build connections with native Romanian speakers. Keep practicing and incorporating these new words into your everyday conversations. In the next lesson, we will explore how to describe relationships in Romanian, including terms for friends, best friends, and partners. La revedere!

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

Course Presentation

Greetings and Introductions

Pronouns and Verbs

Numbers and Time

Adjectives and Adverbs

Family and Friends

Prepositions and Conjunctions

Food and Drinks

Questions and Negations

Locations and Directions

Plurals and Articles

Hobbies and Activities

Romanian Culture and Traditions

Imperatives and Requests

Travel and Transportation

Romanian Geography and History

Videos[edit | edit source]

How to Talk about Your Family in Romanian? - YouTube[edit | edit source]

My Family | Familia mea | Romanian Language Lesson - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-In this lesson, we will focus on learning the vocabulary for family members in Romanian. Understanding family relationships is an important part of any language, as it allows us to communicate about our loved ones and understand the dynamics within a family. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about your family members and address them correctly in Romanian.
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will explore the vocabulary for family members in Romanian. Understanding family relationships is an essential part of language learning, as it allows us to communicate about our loved ones and build meaningful connections with others. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about your family members in Romanian and understand the family dynamics of native Romanian speakers. Let's dive in!
+== Vocabulary ==
+To begin, let's learn the Romanian words for various family members. Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary below, including the pronunciation and English translation.
-== Family Members in Romanian ==
+=== Immediate Family ===
-Let's begin by learning the basic vocabulary for family members in Romanian. Take a look at the table below:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Romanian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| mamă || [maːmə] || mother
+| mama || 'mama || mother
+|-
+| tata || 'tata || father
+|-
+| frate || 'fra.te || brother
+|-
+| soră || 'so.rə || sister
 |-
-| tată || [taːtə] || father
+| fiică || 'fi.jəkə || daughter
 |-
-| frate || [ˈfra.te] || brother
+| fiu || 'fi.u || son
+|}
+=== Extended Family ===
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Romanian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| soră || [ˈso.rə] || sister
+| bunici || bu.'ni.tʃi || grandparents
 |-
-| bunic || [ˈbu.nik] || grandfather
+| bunic || 'bu.nik || grandfather
 |-
-| bunică || [ˈbu.ni.kə] || grandmother
+| bunică || 'bu.ni.kə || grandmother
 |-
-| unchi || [ˈun.ki] || uncle
+| unchi || 'un.ki || uncle
 |-
-| mătușă || [məˈtu.ʃə] || aunt
+| mătușă || 'mə.tuʃə || aunt
 |-
-| verișor || [ve.ˈri.sor] || cousin (male)
+| verișor || ve.'ri.ʃor || cousin (male)
 |-
-| verișoară || [ve.ˈri.so.a.rə] || cousin (female)
+| verișoară || ve.'ri.ʃo̯a.rə || cousin (female)
 |}
-Now, let's go into more detail about each family member and explore some useful phrases and expressions related to them.
+=== In-Laws ===
-=== Mother – Mamă ===
+{| class="wikitable"
-The word for mother in Romanian is "mamă" and it is pronounced as [maːmə]. The word "mamă" is a term of endearment and is commonly used to address one's mother. You can also use the word "mama" to refer to your mother in an informal setting.
+! Romanian !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
-Here are some example sentences using the word "mamă":
+| soț || so̯ɦt || husband
+|-
-* "Mama mea se numește Ana." (My mother's name is Ana.)
+| soție || so̯ɦ.'tje || wife
-* "Mama mea gătește foarte bine." (My mother cooks very well.)
+|-
+| ginere || 'ɡi.ne̯re || son-in-law
-=== Father – Tată ===
+|-
-The word for father in Romanian is "tată" and it is pronounced as [taːtə]. The word "tată" is a formal term used to address one's father. In an informal setting, you can use the word "tata".
+| noră || 'no.rə || daughter-in-law
+|-
-Here are some example sentences using the word "tată":
+| cumnat || 'ku.mnat || brother-in-law
+|-
-* "Tatăl meu lucrează într-o bancă." (My father works at a bank.)
+| cumnată || 'ku.mna.tə || sister-in-law
-* "Tatăl meu este foarte mândru de mine." (My father is very proud of me.)
+|}
-=== Brother – Frate ===
-The word for brother in Romanian is "frate" and it is pronounced as [ˈfra.te]. The word "frate" is used to refer to a male sibling. If you have more than one brother, you can use the plural form "frați".
-Here are some example sentences using the word "frate":
-* "Am un frate mai mare." (I have an older brother.)
-* "Eu și frații mei mergem deseori la fotbal." (My brothers and I often go play soccer.)
-=== Sister – Soră ===
-The word for sister in Romanian is "soră" and it is pronounced as [ˈso.rə]. The word "soră" is used to refer to a female sibling. If you have more than one sister, you can use the plural form "surori".
-Here are some example sentences using the word "soră":
-* "Am o soră mai mică." (I have a younger sister.)
-* "Eu și surorile mele ne înțelegem foarte bine." (My sisters and I get along very well.)
-=== Grandfather – Bunic ===
-The word for grandfather in Romanian is "bunic" and it is pronounced as [ˈbu.nik]. The word "bunic" is used to refer to a paternal grandfather. For a maternal grandfather, the word "bunic" is used with a possessive pronoun to indicate the relationship.
-Here are some example sentences using the word "bunic":
+== Cultural Insight ==
-* "Bunicul meu are 80 de ani." (My grandfather is 80 years old.)
+Romanian culture places a strong emphasis on family ties and the importance of maintaining close relationships with relatives. Family gatherings and celebrations are common, especially during holidays and special occasions. It is not uncommon for extended family members to live in close proximity or even in the same household, fostering a sense of unity and support.
-* "Merg des în vizită la bunici." (I often visit my grandparents.)
-=== Grandmother – Bunică ===
+In Romania, it is customary to address older family members and relatives with more respect and formality. This is reflected in the use of specific terms such as "bunici" (grandparents), "unchi" (uncle), and "mătușă" (aunt). These terms convey a sense of reverence and honor towards elders.
-The word for grandmother in Romanian is "bunică" and it is pronounced as [ˈbu.ni.kə]. The word "bunică" is used to refer to a paternal grandmother. For a maternal grandmother, the word "bunică" is used with a possessive pronoun to indicate the relationship.
-Here are some example sentences using the word "bunică":
+== Practice Exercises ==
-* "Bunica mea face cele mai bune prăjituri." (My grandmother makes the best cakes.)
+Now that you have learned the vocabulary for family members in Romanian, let's put your knowledge into practice with some exercises. Choose the correct word or phrase to complete each sentence.
-* "Bunica mea îmi spune mereu povești din copilărie." (My grandmother always tells me stories from her childhood.)
-=== Uncle – Unchi ===
+. Cine este ____? (Who is your mother?)
-The word for uncle in Romanian is "unchi" and it is pronounced as [ˈun.ki]. The word "unchi" is used to refer to a paternal uncle. For a maternal uncle, the word "unchi" is used with a possessive pronoun to indicate the relationship.
+a) mama mea (my mother)
+b) tatăl meu (my father)
+c) sora mea (my sister)
-Here are some example sentences using the word "unchi":
+. Ce înseamnă "verișor" în engleză? (What does "verișor" mean in English?)
+a) cousin (male)
+b) cousin (female)
+c) aunt
-* "Unchiul meu este foarte amuzant." (My uncle is very funny.)
+. Care este pluralul pentru "bunică"? (What is the plural for "bunică"?)
-* "Am mulți unchi și mătuși." (I have many uncles and aunts.)
+a) bunic (grandfather)
+b) bunici (grandparents)
+c) bunică (grandmother)
-=== Aunt – Mătușă ===
+. Cum se spune "wife" în română? (How do you say "wife" in Romanian?)
-The word for aunt in Romanian is "mătușă" and it is pronounced as [məˈtu.ʃə]. The word "mătușă" is used to refer to a paternal aunt. For a maternal aunt, the word "mătușă" is used with a possessive pronoun to indicate the relationship.
+a) soție
+b) soț
+c) fiică
-Here are some example sentences using the word "mătușă":
+. Ce înseamnă "ginere" în engleză? (What does "ginere" mean in English?)
+a) son-in-law
+b) daughter-in-law
+c) brother-in-law
-* "Mătușa mea este profesoară." (My aunt is a teacher.)
+. Care este cuvântul românesc pentru "brother"?
-* "Merg des în vizită la mătușile mele." (I often visit my aunts.)
+a) frate
+b) soră
+c) fiu
-=== Cousin – Verișor/Verișoară ===
+. "Cumnată" înseamnă... (What does "cumnată" mean...)
-The word for cousin in Romanian is "verișor" for male cousins and "verișoară" for female cousins. They are pronounced as [ve.ˈri.sor] and [ve.ˈri.so.a.rə] respectively. The plural forms are "verișori" and "verișoare".
+a) aunt
+b) sister-in-law
+c) uncle
-Here are some example sentences using the word "verișor" and "verișoară":
+== Exercise Solutions ==
-* "Am mulți verișori și verișoare." (I have many cousins.)
+. a) mama mea (my mother)
-* "Mergem adesea la petrecerile verișorilor noștri." (We often go to our cousins' parties.)
+. a) cousin (male)
+. b) bunici (grandparents)
-== Cultural Insights ==
+. a) soție
-Family is highly valued in Romanian culture, and it plays a central role in the lives of Romanians. The concept of family extends beyond immediate relatives to include extended family members, such as cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. It is common for families to gather for special occasions and celebrations, and these gatherings often involve large meals and traditional Romanian dishes.
+. a) son-in-law
+. a) frate
-In Romanian, there are specific words to differentiate between paternal and maternal relatives. For example, "bunic" is used to refer to a paternal grandfather, while "bunică" is used for a paternal grandmother. To refer to maternal grandparents, possessive pronouns are added to indicate the relationship. This attention to detail in familial terminology reflects the importance of family connections in Romanian culture.
+. b) sister-in-law
-Romanian naming traditions also reflect the significance of family. It is common for children to be named after their grandparents or other relatives as a way of honoring family ties and preserving family history. This practice serves to strengthen the bond between generations and foster a sense of continuity and tradition.
-== Exercise: Family Members ==
-Now, let's practice what we've learned. Complete the following sentences with the appropriate family member in Romanian:
-. Tatăl meu se numește _____________. (My father's name is _______.)
-. Am doi __________: un frate și o soră. (I have two __________: one brother and one sister.)
-. Bunicul meu locuiește într-un __________ mic la țară. (My grandfather lives in a small __________ in the countryside.)
-. Mătușa mea este medic și lucrează la un spital __________. (My aunt is a doctor and works at a __________ hospital.)
-. Verișoara mea și cu mine suntem foarte ___________. (My cousin and I are very __________.)
-Solutions:
-. Tatăl meu se numește Ion. (My father's name is Ion.)
-. Am doi frați: un frate și o soră. (I have two brothers: one brother and one sister.)
-. Bunicul meu locuiește într-un sat mic la țară. (My grandfather lives in a small village in the countryside.)
-. Mătușa mea este medic și lucrează la un spital mare. (My aunt is a doctor and works at a big hospital.)
-. Verișoara mea și cu mine suntem foarte apropiate. (My cousin and I are very close.)
 == Conclusion ==
-Congratulations! You have successfully learned the vocabulary for family members in Romanian. You can now confidently talk about your family members and address them correctly in Romanian. Keep practicing and using these words in your conversations to reinforce your understanding and improve your fluency in Romanian.
-In the next lesson, we will delve into describing relationships in Romanian, including terms for friend, best friend, and partner. See you there!
+Congratulations! You have successfully learned the vocabulary for family members in Romanian. By understanding and using these words, you will be able to discuss your family and build connections with native Romanian speakers. Keep practicing and incorporating these new words into your everyday conversations. In the next lesson, we will explore how to describe relationships in Romanian, including terms for friends, best friends, and partners. La revedere!
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 ===My Family | Familia mea | Romanian Language Lesson - YouTube===
 <youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKYx2HdIHoI</youtube>
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 * [https://omniglot.com/language/kinship/romanian.htm Family words in Romanian]
 * [https://www.romanianpod101.com/blog/2019/12/06/romanian-family-words/ Learn How to Talk About Your Family in Romanian]
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 * [[Language/Romanian/Vocabulary/Useful-Phrases|Useful Phrases]]
 * [[Language/Romanian/Vocabulary/Things-in-Romanian|Things in Romanian]]