How to Say ‘The family’ in Mexican Spanish
La familia
lah fah-MEE-lyah
[lah fah-MEE-lyah]
💬 Usage Tip: Familia is feminine, so it uses la, not el.
🇲🇽 In Mexico: Watching football with la familia is a huge part of the experience in many Mexican homes.
Phrase Breakdown
La
[lah]
the
Feminine singular definite article, used before a feminine noun.
La familia está feliz, y por eso digo: La familia siempre se reúne para el partido.
The family is happy, and that's why I say: The family always gathers for the match.
familia
[fah-MEE-lyah]
family
A group of related people; often important in home celebrations during big games.
La familia grita unida; familia como la nuestra ama el fútbol.
The family shouts together; a family like ours loves soccer.
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