🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "Family" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
가족
"Family" in Korean · say it like gah-jok

The most natural way to say "Family" in Korean is 가족. 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

가정
more formal, often used in official contexts
식구
casual, refers to family members living together

When to use it

You can use '가족' when referring to your family in general. It is appropriate in both casual and formal conversations. Use it when talking about family gatherings or relationships.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
우리 가족은 매주 일요일에 모여요.My family gathers every Sunday.
가족과 함께 여행하는 것이 좋아요.I like traveling with my family.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse '가족' with '친척', which means relatives. '가족' refers specifically to immediate family.

The fastest way to remember it

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

'가족' refers to family in a broader sense, while '식구' specifically refers to family members living together.

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