When to use family in Korean

When to use it

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.

Example sentences

1. 우리 식구는 네 명이에요.

   My family has four people.

2. 저녁에 식구가 같이 밥을 먹어요.

   My family eats dinner together in the evening.

3. 주말에 식구와 공원에 갔어요.

   I went to the park with my family on the weekend.

4. 학교에서 식구 사진을 보여 줬어요.

   I showed a family photo at school.

5. 식구 선물을 마트에서 샀어요.

   I bought gifts for my family at the mart.

6. 여행 갈 때 식구 모두 신나요.

   My whole family is excited when we go on a trip.