🇺🇦 Ukrainian phrases

How to Say "Family" in Ukrainian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
сім'я
"Family" in Ukrainian · say it like seem-ya

The most natural way to say "Family" in Ukrainian is сім'я. 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

родина
more formal or literary term for family

When to use it

You can use 'сім'я' when talking about your own family or someone else's. It is appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. 'Родина' is often used in more formal discussions or writings.

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Examples in Ukrainian

UkrainianEnglish
Моя сім'я дуже велика.My family is very large.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'сім'я' with 'родина', but they can have slightly different connotations.

The fastest way to remember it

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

'Сім'я' is more commonly used in everyday speech, while 'родина' is more formal.

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