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How to Say "Family" in Telugu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
కుటుంబం
"Family" in Telugu · say it like koo-toom-bum

The most natural way to say "Family" in Telugu is కుటుంబం. 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

కుటుంబం (kutumbam)
standard term used in most contexts
పరివారం (parivaaram)
used in more formal contexts

When to use it

You can use 'కుటుంబం' when referring to your family members. It is suitable for both casual and formal conversations. 'పరివారం' is often used in official contexts or when discussing family in a broader sense.

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Examples in Telugu

TeluguEnglish
నా కుటుంబం చాలా పెద్దది.My family is very large.
కుటుంబం అనేది మన జీవితంలో ముఖ్యమైనది.Family is important in our lives.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'కుటుంబం' with 'సంఘం', which means 'society' or 'community'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'కుటుంబం' and 'పరివారం'?

'కుటుంబం' is more commonly used for family, while 'పరివారం' can refer to family in a more formal or extended sense.

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