How to Say ‘One family; a family’ in Simplified Chinese
一家
yī jiā
[ee jyah]
💬 Usage Tip: [一 + measure word] can describe a whole group as one unit. In [一家人], [家] is the measure word, so it means "one family / the whole family," not literally just "one home person."
Phrase Breakdown
一
yī
[ee]
one
The number one; in this phrase it helps form 'one family/household.'
我们一家公司常来这里聚餐。
Our company often comes here for group meals.
家
jiā
[jyah]
measure word for families or businesses
A classifier used for households, families, or establishments like restaurants.
这家餐厅是一家很贴心的店。
This restaurant is a very thoughtful place.
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