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家 (jiā) — how to say "family" in Chinese
Measure word: 家
家
Family; home
Radicals / Keys
宀
Roof
#40 · mián · 3 strokes
Collocations
在家
zài jiā
at home
我的家
wǒ de jiā
my home
Examples
今天我在家看电视，我很高兴。
Today I watch TV at home, I am very happy.
我家在北京
My family is in Beijing. / I live in Beijing.
Mnemonic
[jiā-] Jack and Jill 👫 are building their dream home 家 on a hill. They place a big roof over the structure, imagining a cozy family life inside. Under the wide roof, their dream 家 comes to life, filled with love and laughter, where family always comes first. 🏡
Frequently asked questions
How do you say "family" in Chinese?
"family" in Chinese is 家 (jiā).
What does 家 mean in English?
家 (jiā) means "Family; home".
How is 家 pronounced?
It is pronounced jiā (written as jia). The page has audio recorded by a native speaker.
How do you write "family" in Chinese characters?
It is written 家.
What HSK level is 家?
家 belongs to the HSK 1 vocabulary list.
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