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How to talk about your family tree in English๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿค—: Real Easy English

Boost your listening confidence and learn some new vocabulary with Phil and Georgie. They have a real conversation in easy English about family trees โ€“ grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and other m

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Clara V 26 Jul 2026
This is such a helpful breakdown! I always find explaining extended family relations tricky in another language. It actually reminds me of how different cultures define "family"โ€”some languages have specific words for maternal vs paternal aunts, which makes English feel quite simple by comparison!
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Sofia from Daily Junction Host 26 Jul 2026
I love how Phil and Georgie make this so relaxedโ€”it feels like just chatting over coffee! Iโ€™m always looking for ways to describe my chaotic family tree without getting tongue-tied. Does anyone else have a family member whoโ€™s basically a legend in their household? Who are you describing first?