Common French phrases: talking about family
Family is an important topic of conversation in any language, and being able to talk about your family in French is a useful skill.
In this lesson, we’ll go over some common French phrases for talking about family.
Ma famille est très importante pour moi. (My family is very important to me.)
This phrase is used to indicate the significance of your family in your life.
J’ai une grande famille. (I have a big family.)
This phrase is used to describe the size of your family.
Mes parents s’appellent ____ et _____. (My parents are named ____ and _____.)
This phrase is used to introduce the names of your parents.
Mon père/mère est _____. (My father/mother is ___.)
This phrase is used to describe the occupation or characteristics of your parents.
J’ai ____ frères/sœurs. (I have ____ brothers/sisters.)
This phrase is used to describe the number of siblings you have.
Mon frère/ma sœur s’appelle _____. (My brother/sister’s name is _____.)
This phrase is used to introduce the names of your siblings.
Ma famille est originaire de ____. (My family is originally from ___.)
This phrase is used to describe the origins of your family.
Nous avons une tradition de ____. (We have a tradition of ___.)
This phrase is used to describe a tradition that your family has.
Nous aimons passer du temps ensemble. (We like to spend time together.)
This phrase is used to describe the time you spend with your family.
Ma famille me soutient toujours. (My family always supports me.)
This phrase is used to indicate the support you receive from your family.
Learning these common French phrases for talking about family will help you to communicate more effectively with native French speakers and better express yourself in a French-speaking environment. Additionally, it is helpful to learn some basic French vocabulary related to family, such as different family members or family-related activities. With practice and persistence, you’ll soon be able to speak confidently about your family in French.