extended family — a family group that includes not only parents and children but also other relatives such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a family group that includes not only parents and children but also other relatives such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪkˈstendɪd ˈfæməli/
Example Sentences
- My extended family is so big that we need to rent a hall for family reunions!
- In Korea, many people still value the extended family system.
- Thanks to my extended family, I have 20 cousins and never feel lonely during holidays.
extended family
NOUN[/ɪkˈstendɪd ˈfæməli/]
a family group that includes not only parents and children but also other relatives such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins
a family group that includes not only parents and children but also other relatives such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins
Extended family gathers happily!
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“My extended family is so big that we need to rent a hall for family reunions!”
“In Korea, many people still value the extended family system.”
“Thanks to my extended family, I have 20 cousins and never feel lonely during holidays.”
“Extended families often provide emotional and financial support to their members.”
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