Family (العائلة) is the cornerstone of Arab society and culture.
In this lesson, you'll learn vocabulary for family members and how to describe your family in Arabic.
Arabic has specific words for paternal and maternal relatives, reflecting the importance of family structure.
Arab families are typically large and close-knit. Extended family gatherings are frequent, and respect for elders (especially parents and grandparents) is a fundamental value. The concept of 'silat al-rahim' (صلة الرحم — maintaining family ties) is deeply important in Arab culture.