🇮🇳 Marathi phrases

How to Say "Family" in Marathi

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
कुटुंब
"Family" in Marathi · say it like koo-toomb

The most natural way to say "Family" in Marathi is कुटुंब. 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

परिवार
more formal term, often used in written contexts

When to use it

You can use 'कुटुंब' when referring to your family in casual conversations. It is suitable for both spoken and written Marathi. 'परिवार' is often used in formal situations or documents.

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Examples in Marathi

MarathiEnglish
माझं कुटुंब खूप मोठं आहे.My family is very large.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'कुटुंब' with 'घर', which means 'home'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

'कुटुंब' is more commonly used in everyday speech, while 'परिवार' is more formal.

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