Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
A family unit consisting of parents and their children, living together in a household. It represents the close bond and support system within a group of related individuals.
Related terms
妈妈 (māma): Refers specifically to the mother in a family.
母亲 (mǔqīn): Another term for mother, emphasizing the maternal role.