Familiares (en. Relatives)
/fa.mi.ˈlja.ɾes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
People who belong to a family.
My relatives are coming for dinner tonight.
Mis familiares vienen a cenar esta noche.
Relationships of kinship.
It is important to maintain good relationships with relatives.
Es importante mantener buenas relaciones con los familiares.
Things or people that are recognized as relatives or close.
Relatives are a support in difficult times.
Los familiares son un apoyo en momentos difíciles.
Etymology
From Latin 'familiaris', which means 'belonging to the family'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
family and friends
Refers to a close group that includes family and friends.
familiares y amigos
of the family
Phrase that designates belonging or relationship to the family.
de la familia
to be like family
Expression that indicates that someone is treated with the closeness of a relative.
ser como de la familia
Related Words
family
Set of people who live together and share ties of kinship.
familia
kinship
Relationship that exists between people who share a common ancestry.
parentesco
brothers
People who share at least one blood parent.
hermannos
Slang Meanings
Chosen family
My friends have become family over time.
Mis amigos se han vuelto familiares en el tiempo.
Close circle of trust
My relatives are my best allies in business.
Mis familiares son mis mejores aliados en los negocios.