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How to Say "Family" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
aile
"Family" in Turkish 路 say it like ah-ee-leh

The most natural way to say "Family" in Turkish is aile. 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

hane
more formal, often used in legal or official contexts
soydan gelenler
refers specifically to relatives or ancestors

When to use it

You can use 'aile' when talking about your immediate family or relatives. It is a common term in everyday conversations. It can also be used in a broader sense to refer to family-like groups or communities.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Ailemle birlikte tatile 莽谋kmay谋 planl谋yoruz.We are planning to go on vacation with my family.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'aile' with 'hane', but 'hane' is more formal and less commonly used in casual conversation.

The fastest way to remember it

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

'Aile' is used in everyday language, while 'hane' is more formal and used in specific contexts.

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