Family Members
| English Word | Meaning (Arabic) |
|---|---|
| father | الأب |
| mother | الأم |
| brother | الأخ |
| sister | الأخت |
| grandfather | الجد |
| grandmother | الجدة |
| uncle | العم / الخال |
| aunt | العمة / الخالة |
| cousin | ابن/بنت العم/الخال |
| baby | رضيع |
Talking about your family
- This is my father. His name is Omar.
- I have two brothers and one sister.
- My mother is a doctor.
- We live with our grandparents.
Using "his" and "her"
- His name is Ali. (for a boy or man)
- Her name is Samira. (for a girl or woman)
Example: My sister is 14. Her name is Sara.
Asking Questions
| Question | Example Answer |
|---|---|
| Who is she? | She is my mother. |
| What is your father's name? | His name is Hassan. |
| How many brothers do you have? | I have one brother. |
| Do you have any cousins? | Yes, I have four cousins. |
Exercise A – Fill in the blanks
Complete the sentences with the correct family member.
1. My father’s father is my .
2. My aunt’s son is my .
3. My mother’s daughter is my .
4. My uncle is my father’s .
5. My sister’s baby boy is my .
Speaking Practice
With a partner or in front of the class, answer the following:
- Who is the youngest in your family?
- Do you live with your grandparents?
- What is your sister’s name?
- How many uncles do you have?
- Do you have any brothers?
Writing
Write a short paragraph (4–5 sentences) about your family.
Example:
I live with my parents and my sister. My father is a driver. My mother stays at home. My sister is 10 years old. We visit my grandparents every weekend.
I live with my parents and my sister. My father is a driver. My mother stays at home. My sister is 10 years old. We visit my grandparents every weekend.