Japanese

かぞく
Meaning: family
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

家
族

Example sentences

I like to go on trips with my family.
家族のために一生懸命働いています。
I am working hard for my family.
家族との時間を大切にしています。
I cherish the time I spend with my family.
休日は家族とのんびり過ごすのが好きだ。
I like to spend holidays relaxing with my family.
週末は家族と一緒に公園へ行きました。
I went to the park with my family over the weekend.
家族全員で新しい年を迎えました。
We welcomed the new year with the whole family.
週末は家族と一緒に海へ出かけた。
I went to the sea with my family on the weekend.
毎朝、家族の健康と幸せを神様に祈っています。
Every morning, I pray to God for my family's health and happiness.
合格の知らせを聞いて、家族全員で喜びを分かち合った。
Upon hearing the news of passing, the whole family shared the joy.
将来の計画について家族とじっくり話し合った。
I discussed future plans thoroughly with my family.

Usage Notes

Refers to a group of people related by blood or marriage living together.

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