식구 vs 가족: What’s the difference?
식구·가족
식구family
식구 means “family,” especially the people who live together in one home. Koreans use it in everyday life when talking about family members. It gives a warm feeling, like the people you share your daily life with.
How to say family
가족Family
Family (가족) means the people in your home, like your parents, brothers, sisters, and children. You use this word when you talk about the people you are related to and care about. It is a very common word in everyday life.
How to say FamilyThe difference
가족 is the general word for family. It can mean your whole family, even if you do not live together.
