Family and Relationship Vocabulary

adolescence

The period of time when a person is a teenager, between childhood and adulthood.

gratitude

The quality of being thankful or showing appreciation.

nostalgic

Feeling or showing a sentimental longing for the past.

arise

To start to happen or to occur, especially regarding problems or conflicts.

critical

Expressing adverse or disapproving comments or judgments.

confide in somebody

To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.

nag

To annoy or irritate someone by persistent fault-finding or continuous requests.

ancestor

A person from whom one is descended, such as a grandparent or great-grandparent.

parenting

The activity of raising a child as a parent.

extended family

A family that includes not only parents and children but also grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives.

estranged

No longer close or affectionate to someone; alienated or distant.

rigid

Not able to be changed or adapted; strict and inflexible.

constancy

The quality of being faithful, dependable, or persistent.

overprotective

Having a tendency to protect someone, especially a child, to an excessive degree.

set the table

To arrange plates, cutlery, and glasses on a table for a meal.

acquaintance

A person one knows slightly, but who is not a close friend.

curfew

A rule that requires people to remain indoors between specified hours, typically at night.

reconcile

To restore friendly relations between people after a disagreement.

washing-up

The act of cleaning dishes and cutlery after a meal.

domestic

Relating to the running of a home or to family relations.

freedom

The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants.

live up to something

To fulfill expectations or reach a certain standard.

curious

Eager to know or learn something.

commitment

A promise or firm decision to do something or be involved in a relationship.

strengthen

To make or become stronger.

value

As a noun, the importance or worth of something; as a verb, to consider something to be important.

screen time

The amount of time spent using a device with a screen, like a phone or computer.

strict

Demanding that rules concerning behavior are obeyed and observed.

identify with somebody

To feel that you understand and share the feelings of someone else.

honesty

The quality of being truthful and sincere.

disconnected

Feeling separate or lacking a common connection with others.

inconsiderate

Thoughtlessly causing hurt or inconvenience to others; lacking chu đáo.

cherish

To protect and care for someone or something lovingly.

viewpoint

A person's opinion or point of view.

childcare

The care and supervision of children, especially while parents are at work.

powerless

Without the ability, influence, or power to do something; helpless.

make the bed

To neatly arrange the covers on a bed after waking up.

routine

A sequence of actions regularly followed as a habit.

experiment

To try out new ideas or methods to see if they work.

equally

In the same manner or degree; fairly.

easy-going

Relaxed and tolerant in attitude or manner; not easily upset.

objection

An expression or feeling of disapproval or opposition.

tidy up

To make a place neat and orderly.

breadwinner

The member of a family who earns the money that the family needs to live.

respect

A feeling of deep admiration for someone, or the act of showing consideration.

under pressure

In a state of stress or facing high demands or expectations.

treat

To behave toward or deal with someone in a certain way.

compare

To examine or look for the differences and similarities between two things or people.

pushy

Excessively self-assertive or ambitious; forcing others to do things.

impart

To pass on or transmit information, knowledge, or wisdom.

carefree

Free from anxiety or responsibility; peaceful.

offspring

A person's child or children; the young of an animal.

instil

To gradually but firmly establish an idea or attitude in a person's mind.

norm

Something that is usual, typical, or a standard for a group.

resolve

To settle or find a solution to a problem or dispute.

burden

A heavy load, either literal or figurative, that causes hardship.

tantrum

An uncontrolled outburst of anger and frustration, typically in a child.

supportive

Providing encouragement or emotional help.

distant relative

A person who is related to you but not closely.

forbid

To refuse to allow something; to prohibit.

fall out

To have an argument or disagreement that disrupts a relationship.

impose

To force a decision, rule, or belief on someone else.

juggle

To manage or deal with several activities or responsibilities at once.

in the company of somebody

Being together with or accompanied by someone.

understanding

Having the ability to perceive and sympathize with the feelings of others.

bridge

To reduce or eliminate the gap or difference between two things.

homemaker

A person who manages a home and its chores, especially as their main occupation.

demanding

Requiring a lot of time, effort, or skill.

conservative

Holding to traditional values and cautious about change.

appease

To pacify or soothe someone by acceding to their demands or giving them something.

settle down

To begin to live a quiet, steady life by buying a house or getting married.

transform

To make a thorough or dramatic change in form or character.

argue

To exchange or express opposite views, typically in a heated way.

sibling rivalry

Competition or jealousy between brothers and sisters.

disapproval

The expression of an unfavorable opinion; not being satisfied with something.

appreciate

To recognize the full worth of something or to be grateful for it.

reject

To refuse to accept or to fail to give proper love and care to someone.

truthful

Telling or expressing the truth; honest.

sweep

To clean a floor or surface by brushing away dirt.

grocery

Food and other goods sold at a market or food store.

inherit

To receive money, property, or characteristics from ancestors or upon someone's death.

argument

An exchange of diverging or opposite views; a tranh cãi.

empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.

table manners

The rules of etiquette used while eating at a table.

unselfishness

The quality of putting the needs of others before one's own; vị tha.

stay on good terms with somebody

To maintain a friendly and peaceful relationship with someone.

take responsibility for something

To accept that you are the person who must deal with a task or the consequences of an action.

distrustful

Feeling or showing a lack of trust; suspicious.

affection

A gentle feeling of fondness, liking, or love.

household chore

A routine task performed around the house, such as cleaning or cooking.

have something in common

To share the same interests, experiences, or characteristics.

messy

Untidy, dirty, or disorganized.

scold

To speak angrily to someone because they have done something wrong; mắng.

generation gap

A difference of outlook or perception between people of different generations.

nurture

To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone.

expectation

A strong belief that something will happen or be the case in the future.

dysfunctional

Not operating properly; describing a family that lacks harmony or support.

sacrifice

The act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else.

upbringing

The treatment and instruction a child receives from parents while growing up.

character

The mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual.