LangolingFamily relations
Mastering Japanese (jp-JP) can greatly enhance communication and understanding in family relationships. Whether you're visiting Japan or have Japanese relatives living nearby, knowing basic phrases will help you express feelings of love and gratitude more effectively. For example, saying 'お母さん、ありがとう' (Ohiru-sama, arigatou) to your mother means 'Thank you, Mom,' which can make her feel appreciated and valued during family gatherings or conversations.
In a family setting, being able to speak Japanese also simplifies day-to-day interactions. You can use phrases like 'お兄さん、ご飯どうするの？' (Oniisan, gohan dou suru no?) to ask your older brother what he wants for dinner or 'お父さん、会社行った？' (O-fu-san, kaisha itta?) to inquire if your father has gone to work. These simple exchanges can foster a sense of closeness and mutual understanding among family members, enriching the overall dynamics of Japanese family life.
This is my father.
これは私の父親です。
This is my mother.
これは私の母亲です。
These are my sisters.
これらは私の姉妹です。
Those are my brothers.
Those are my brothers.
He is my uncle.
彼は私の伯父です。
She is my aunt.
彼女は私の姑です。
This is my grandmother.
これは私の祖母です。
That is my grandfather.
これは私の祖父です。
My cousin is here.
私の Cousins はここにいます。
They are my cousins.
彼らは私の堂兄弟です。
Her name is Sarah, she is my niece.
彼女はSarahという名前で、私の姪です。
His name is Jack, he is my nephew.
彼の名前はジャック、彼は私の甥です。
He is the father of my daughter.
彼は私の娘の父親です。
She is the mother of my son.
彼女は私の息子の母です。
This is my grandson.
これは私の孫です。
That is my granddaughter.
これは私の孫です。
These are my in-laws.
これらの人は私の丈家人です。
This is my brother-in-law.
これが私の妹の夫です。
Her name is Emily, she is my sister-in-law.
彼女の名前はエマリン、彼女は私の妹夫婦です。
He is the husband of my daughter.
彼は私の娘の夫です。