10 essential Korean phrases for talking about your family
Master Korean family vocabulary and connect more deeply with native speakers.
Introducing your family to others is a common and important part of building relationships. Whether you're meeting a friend's parents or chatting with a new acquaintance, knowing how to talk about your family members in Korean will make a great impression. These phrases cover basic introductions and relationships, helping you feel more confident in everyday conversations. Practice them to naturally weave details about your family into your Korean interactions.
What this lesson covers
Core Korean words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
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Words 1–10
- 저의 가족이에요juh-ui gajog-ieyoThis is my family.
- 엄마eom-maMom
- 아빠ap-paDad
- 언니eon-niOlder sister (to a female)
- 누나nu-naOlder sister (to a male)
- 오빠o-ppaOlder brother (to a female)
- 형hyeongOlder brother (to a male)
- 남동생nam-dong-saengYounger brother
- 여동생yeo-dong-saengYounger sister
- 몇 명이에요?myeot myeong-ieyo?How many people are there?
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