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Definition
The whole family, including all family members great and small.
colloquialfamilypeople
How it's used
This expression carries a warm, collective feeling, emphasizing the entire household unit rather than just individual members. It is frequently used when discussing family responsibilities, outings, or shared burdens. Unlike more formal terms for family, it feels grounded and emphasizes the domestic, everyday nature of family life.
Examples
The whole family is eating together tonight.
Has your whole family gone on a trip?
Related words
Common phrases
the whole family goes on a trip
to support the whole family
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with terms for specific family members, as it is strictly used to refer to the entire group as a single entity. It is not used to describe a single parent or a subset of the family.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
