🇦🇲 Armenian phrases

How to Say "Family" in Armenian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ընտանիք
"Family" in Armenian · say it like uhn-tah-neek

The most natural way to say "Family" in Armenian is ընտանիք. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

կենցաղային ընտանիք
used to refer to a household or family unit
բարեկամներ
used more broadly to refer to relatives or close friends

When to use it

You can use the word 'ընտանիք' when talking about your family or discussing family-related topics. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. For example, when introducing your family to someone, you might say, 'Այս իմ ընտանիքն է' (This is my family).

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Examples in Armenian

ArmenianEnglish
Ես սիրում եմ իմ ընտանիքըI love my family
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'ընտանիք' with 'բարեկամներ', which specifically refers to relatives or friends rather than the immediate family.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear ընտանիք, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Armenian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'ընտանիք' and 'բարեկամներ'?

'Ընտանիք' refers to your immediate family, while 'բարեկամներ' includes extended family and close friends.

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