How to Say ‘The family’ in Simplified Chinese
家里
jiā lǐ
[jiā lǐ]
💬 Usage Tip: [里] often adds the sense of 'in/within,' so [家里] is literally 'in the home' but often means 'the family' or 'at home' depending on context. Compare [学校里] 'in the school'.
Phrase Breakdown
家
jiā
[jiā]
home, family
Relates to one's domicile or relatives.
家里的家具很漂亮。
The furniture at home is beautiful.
里
lǐ
[lǐ]
inside
Within a specific area or boundary.
房间里有很多书。
There are many books in the room.
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