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How to Say "Family" in Welsh

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
teulu
"Family" in Welsh 路 say it like tay-lee

The most natural way to say "Family" in Welsh is teulu. 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

teulu mawr
used to refer to an extended family
teulu bach
used to refer to a small family

When to use it

You can use 'teulu' when talking about your family or someone else's family. It is appropriate in both casual and formal conversations. It can refer to immediate family or extended family depending on the context.

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Examples in Welsh

WelshEnglish
Mae fy teulu yn byw yn Aberystwyth.My family lives in Aberystwyth.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'teulu' with 'teuluoedd', which is the plural form and means 'families'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

'Teulu' refers to a single family, while 'teuluoedd' refers to multiple families.

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