🇧🇩 Bengali phrases

How to Say "Family" in Bengali

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
পরিবার
"Family" in Bengali · say it like poh-ree-bar

The most natural way to say "Family" in Bengali is পরিবার. 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

গৃহস্থ
used in a more formal context, often referring to a household
কুটুম
used in a regional context, often referring to extended family

When to use it

You can use 'পরিবার' when talking about your immediate family or relatives. It is appropriate in both casual and formal conversations. This word is commonly used in discussions about family gatherings or events.

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Examples in Bengali

BengaliEnglish
আমার পরিবার খুব ছোট।My family is very small.
পরিবারের সাথে সময় কাটানো ভালো।It's nice to spend time with family.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'পরিবার' with 'কুটুম', but 'কুটুম' refers more to extended family.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear পরিবার, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Bengali 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 'পরিবার' and 'কুটুম'?

'পরিবার' refers to the immediate family, while 'কুটুম' refers to the extended family.

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