de familie /dəfaːmˈilˌi/ · noun · CEFR A0. Dutch translation of "family".

See also: Translation page (English → Dutch) · Topic: Dutch Familie en rollen

Translation and Meaning

  • Word: de familie
  • Language: Dutch
  • Meaning: family
  • IPA: /dəfaːmˈilˌi/
  • CEFR Level: A0
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Article: de
  • Topic: Dutch Familie en rollen
  • Image:Photo of de familie (Dutch)

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Example Sentences

  • Mijn familie is groot. English: My family is big.
  • De familie eet samen. English: The family eats together.
  • Ik hou van mijn familie. English: I love my family.

When and How to Use "de familie"

Use "de familie" when you want to talk about "family" in Dutch. It functions as "noun". In SmartWords it is linked to the Dutch Familie en rollen topic. Because it appears in A0 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Dutch study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "de familie" mean in Dutch?

"de familie" is the Dutch word for "family".

What CEFR level is "de familie"?

"de familie" is tagged at CEFR A0 in SmartWords Dutch vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "de familie"?

"de familie" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "de familie" in a sentence?

Mijn familie is groot.

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Lessons featuring "de familie"

More words in this topic: Dutch Familie en rollen

Part of Dutch Levensfasen en relaties · Dutch Levensfasen en relaties (A1)

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