Arabic for Kids
How to Say "Family" in Arabic
Every culture cherishes family. This word is a great conversation starter.
In Arabic (العربية)
عائلة (A'ila)
Pronounced: AH-ee-lah
How to use this phrase
- Greet a friend: Try saying "عائلة (A'ila)" the next time you meet someone who speaks Arabic.
- Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a Arabic cartoon together.
- Be respectful: Speaking even a few words in someone's language shows you care about their culture.
- Have fun: Don't worry about being perfect — every native speaker started where you are now.
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