A1 noun ニュートラル #266 よく出る

family

/ˈfæm.əl.i/

A family is a group of people who are related to each other, such as parents, children, and siblings. It can also describe people who live together in one household or share a common history.

例文

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1

I have a big family with three brothers and two sisters.

I have a big family with three brothers and two sisters.

2

The whole family is cordially invited to the wedding ceremony.

The whole family is cordially invited to the wedding ceremony.

3

Hey, how is the family doing these days?

Hey, how is the family doing these days?

語族

名詞
family
副詞
familiarly
形容詞
familial
関連
familiarity
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覚え方のコツ

Remember the acronym: Father And Mother I Love You (F-A-M-I-L-Y).

クイックテスト

I am going to visit my _______ in London this weekend.

正解!

正解は: a

例文

1

I have a big family with three brothers and two sisters.

everyday

I have a big family with three brothers and two sisters.

2

The whole family is cordially invited to the wedding ceremony.

formal

The whole family is cordially invited to the wedding ceremony.

3

Hey, how is the family doing these days?

informal

Hey, how is the family doing these days?

4

The nuclear family remains a central unit of study in modern sociology.

academic

The nuclear family remains a central unit of study in modern sociology.

5

Our company is a family business that has operated for three generations.

business

Our company is a family business that has operated for three generations.

語族

名詞
family
副詞
familiarly
形容詞
familial
関連
familiarity

よく使う組み合わせ

extended family a family that includes grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins
immediate family one's closest living relatives, such as parents and siblings
family member a person who is part of a family
start a family to have one's first child
family tree a diagram showing the relationships between people in several generations

よく使うフレーズ

runs in the family

a physical or mental characteristic that many members of a family have

black sheep of the family

a member of a family who is regarded as a disgrace to them

all in the family

something that is kept secret or shared only among family members

よく混同される語

family vs familiar

Family is a noun referring to relatives, while familiar is an adjective meaning well-known or easily recognized.

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使い方のコツ

In British English, family can be followed by either a singular or plural verb (e.g., 'the family is' or 'the family are'). In American English, it is almost always used with a singular verb.

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よくある間違い

Learners often confuse 'family' (the group) with 'parents' (only mother and father). They might say 'I live with my family' when they specifically mean only their parents.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Remember the acronym: Father And Mother I Love You (F-A-M-I-L-Y).

📖

語源

Derived from the Latin word 'familia', which originally referred to a household including servants and slaves as well as relatives.

文法パターン

Plural form: families Collective noun: can take singular or plural verbs depending on regional dialect Often used as a noun adjunct (e.g., family car, family dinner)
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文化的な背景

The definition of 'family' is culturally dependent, ranging from the small nuclear family in many Western cultures to large extended networks in many Eastern and African cultures.

クイックテスト

I am going to visit my _______ in London this weekend.

正解!

正解は: a

関連単語

intrabrevsion

C1

A technical or linguistic term referring to the internal abbreviation or condensation of information within a specific system or document. It describes the act of shortening components for internal efficiency while maintaining the integrity of the overall structure.

prevalor

C1

To prove superior in power, influence, or frequency within a specific context. It describes a situation where one principle, opinion, or force becomes dominant over others.

ultrajuncter

C1

Describing something that exists beyond a standard point of connection or is characterized by an extreme degree of integration between disparate parts. It is typically used in specialized contexts to denote systems, theories, or structures that bridge multiple complex networks simultaneously.

macrosanctible

C1

A large-scale system, institution, or conceptual framework that is regarded as inviolable and beyond criticism due to its perceived sacredness or fundamental importance. It typically refers to entities that are protected from alteration or scrutiny because of their massive cultural or structural status.

uncedate

C1

A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.

anvention

C1

To systematically modify or adapt an existing concept or object into a new form, particularly within a controlled environment or set of parameters. This verb describes the process of innovating by bridging the gap between rigorous analysis and creative invention.

semiliberness

C1

To exist in or grant a state of partial liberty or restricted autonomy. It describes the act of functioning within a framework that provides some freedom while maintaining significant oversight or control.

cosolvment

C1

Describing a substance or factor that acts in conjunction with another to facilitate the process of dissolving a solute or resolving a complex situation. In technical contexts, it refers to an auxiliary agent that enhances the solubility of a primary solvent system.

unaudless

C1

Describing something that is completely devoid of sound or impossible to hear. It is often used in literary or technical contexts to emphasize a profound state of silence or a lack of auditory signature.

monosomnful

C1

A noun referring to the physiological or habitual state of experiencing only one continuous, uninterrupted period of sleep within a twenty-four-hour cycle. It describes the quality of a monophasic sleep pattern where rest is concentrated into a single block without supplemental naps.

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