6.1 Introduction
Talking about family and friends is an essential part of daily conversations. Whether introducing your family, discussing relationships, or describing friends, knowing how to talk about them in English helps in building strong connections.
In this chapter, you will learn:
✔️ How to introduce your family and friends.
✔️ Common vocabulary and phrases related to family and friendship.
✔️ Describing relationships and personalities.
✔️ Sample conversations and practice exercises.
6.2 Family Members and Relationships
When talking about family, it is important to know the correct terms for different relationships.
6.2.1 Vocabulary for Family Members
| Relation | English Term |
|---|---|
| पिता | Father / Dad / Papa |
| माता | Mother / Mom / Mama |
| भाई | Brother |
| बहन | Sister |
| दादा / नाना | Grandfather |
| दादी / नानी | Grandmother |
| चाचा / मामा | Uncle |
| चाची / मामी | Aunt |
| बेटा | Son |
| बेटी | Daughter |
| भतीजा / भांजा | Nephew |
| भतीजी / भांजी | Niece |
| पति | Husband |
| पत्नी | Wife |
6.2.2 Example Sentences
📌 My mother is a doctor.
📌 I have one elder brother and one younger sister.
📌 My grandparents live in a village.
📌 My uncle works in a bank.
6.3 Talking About Family
When introducing your family, you can use simple sentences.
6.3.1 How to Introduce Your Family
- I live with my parents and my two siblings.
- I have a small/big family.
- My father is a businessman, and my mother is a teacher.
- We spend weekends together as a family.
6.3.2 Sample Conversations
👩 A: How many members are there in your family?
👨 B: We are five members—my parents, my two sisters, and me.
👨 A: Do you live with your grandparents?
👩 B: Yes, they live with us.
6.4 Describing Family Members
You can describe family members using adjectives.
| Adjective | Example Sentence |
|---|---|
| Kind | My mother is very kind. |
| Strict | My father is a bit strict. |
| Loving | My grandmother is very loving. |
| Hardworking | My brother is hardworking. |
| Friendly | My sister is friendly and helpful. |
Example Sentences
📌 My mother is very caring and always helps others.
📌 My father is a strict but loving person.
📌 My sister is very intelligent and loves to read books.
6.5 Talking About Friends
Friends are an important part of life. Here’s how you can describe them.
6.5.1 Common Vocabulary for Friends
| Type of Friend | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Best Friend | Closest and most trusted friend |
| Childhood Friend | A friend you have known since childhood |
| Classmate | A friend from school or college |
| Neighbor | A friend who lives nearby |
| Colleague | A friend from work |
6.5.2 How to Introduce Your Friends
- This is my best friend, Rohan.
- I have known him since childhood.
- She is my classmate, and we study together.
6.5.3 Sample Conversations
👨 A: Who is your best friend?
👩 B: My best friend’s name is Priya.
👩 A: How long have you known her?
👨 B: We have been friends for 10 years.
6.6 Describing Your Friends
You can use adjectives to describe your friends’ personalities.
| Adjective | Example Sentence |
|---|---|
| Friendly | My friend is very friendly and social. |
| Funny | He always makes me laugh. |
| Honest | She is very honest and trustworthy. |
| Supportive | My best friend always supports me. |
| Hardworking | He is very hardworking and intelligent. |
Example Sentences
📌 My best friend is very supportive and always helps me.
📌 Riya is funny and makes everyone laugh.
📌 My friend Rohit is very intelligent and hardworking.
6.7 Talking About Family and Friends in Daily Life
Here are some common questions and answers:
| Question | Possible Answer |
|---|---|
| How many siblings do you have? | I have one brother and one sister. |
| Who is the closest person in your family? | My mother is the closest to me. |
| How often do you meet your friends? | I meet them every weekend. |
| What do you and your best friend like to do together? | We like to watch movies and play games. |
Example Conversations
👩 A: Do you have any siblings?
👨 B: Yes, I have an elder brother.
👨 A: What do you and your best friend do in your free time?
👩 B: We play cricket and watch movies together.
6.8 Practice Exercises
Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks
- My _______ is very loving and caring. (father/mother)
- I have one _______ and two _______. (brother, sisters)
- My best friend’s name is _______.
- My uncle works as a _______. (doctor/engineer)
Exercise 2: Speaking Practice
- Introduce your family members to a friend.
- Describe your best friend using three adjectives.
- Ask your friend about their family.
Exercise 3: Writing Practice
Write 5 sentences about your family and 5 sentences about your best friend.
6.9 Summary of Key Points
✅ Learn the correct vocabulary for family members and friends.
✅ Practice introducing your family and friends.
✅ Describe people using adjectives.
✅ Practice conversations about family and friends in daily life.