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全家 (quánjiā) vs 家庭 (jiātíng) — use 全家 when emphasizing all family members together, while 家庭 refers more to the family unit or household.
Be careful not to confuse 全家 with just 家, which means 'home' or 'family' in a less inclusive sense. This term is more informal, so it's suitable for everyday conversations. Common collocations include '全家出游' (quánjiā chūyóu) meaning 'the whole family goes out for a trip.'
While this term may not be explicitly listed in HSK, it incorporates basic vocabulary like 家, which is essential for HSK Level 1. Focus on its usage with family-related terms to build contextual understanding.
Learners often forget the tone marks, writing it as 'quanjia' instead of 'quánjiā.' Additionally, some might use it incorrectly in formal contexts where a more specific term for relatives is expected.
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How to say whole family in Chinese
“whole family” in Chinese is全家
全家 (quánjiā) means 'whole family' or 'entire family.' It is commonly used to refer to all family members collectively, often in contexts of gatherings, celebrations, or discussions about family matters.
When to use 全家
Be careful not to confuse 全家 with just 家, which means 'home' or 'family' in a less inclusive sense. This term is more informal, so it's suitable for everyday conversations. Common collocations include '全家出游' (quánjiā chūyóu) meaning 'the whole family goes out for a trip.'
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全家 (quánjiā) vs 家庭 (jiātíng) — use 全家 when emphasizing all family members together, while 家庭 refers more to the family unit or household.
What learners get wrong
Learners often forget the tone marks, writing it as 'quanjia' instead of 'quánjiā.' Additionally, some might use it incorrectly in formal contexts where a more specific term for relatives is expected.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 全家
You can say '我们全家一起吃饭' (Wǒmen quánjiā yīqǐ chīfàn), meaning 'Our whole family eats together.'
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