🇹🇭 Thai phrases

How to Say "Family" in Thai

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ครอบครัว
"Family" in Thai · say it like khróp-khrua

The most natural way to say "Family" in Thai is ครอบครัว. 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

ตระกูล
more formal, often used in legal or official contexts

When to use it

You can use 'ครอบครัว' when talking about your family or someone else's family in everyday conversation. It is suitable for both formal and informal situations. 'ตระกูล' is used in more formal contexts, such as legal documents or discussions about lineage.

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Examples in Thai

ThaiEnglish
ครอบครัวของฉันมีสี่คนMy family has four people.
เขามีครอบครัวที่อบอุ่นHe has a warm family.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'ครอบครัว' with 'ตระกูล', but they are used in different contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'ครอบครัว' and 'ตระกูล'?

'ครอบครัว' refers to a family unit, while 'ตระกูล' refers to a lineage or clan.

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