A família
Example: A família vai jantar junta todos os domingos.
Definition
"A família" refers to a group of people related by blood, marriage, or other close social ties, typically living together or maintaining strong emotional connections. It often includes parents, children, and sometimes extended relatives, as in the phrase 'A família vai jantar junta todos os domingos.'
Etymology
The term "a família" comes from the Latin word 'familia,' which originally meant the household or the servants belonging to a Roman household. Over time, it evolved to signify the close kinship group we understand today. Did you know? The Latin 'familia' is related to 'famulus,' meaning servant, highlighting the household's composition in ancient times.
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