Học từ vựng theo chủ đề là phương pháp học mang lại nhiều lợi ích. Thứ nhất, việc học theo chủ đề giúp bạn học từ vựng một cách có tổ chức và liên kết. Khi bạn học từ vựng trong cùng một lĩnh vực, các từ liên quan sẽ được nhóm lại và dễ nhớ hơn. Thứ hai, học từ vựng theo chủ đề giúp bạn áp dụng từ vựng vào các tình huống cụ thể. Khi bạn học các từ vựng trong một chủ đề, bạn sẽ dễ dàng sử dụng các nhóm từ ấy trong các hoàn cảnh giao tiếp thực tế tương ứng. Ngoài ra, việc học từ vựng theo chủ đề cũng giúp bạn hiểu rõ hơn về lĩnh vực đó. Bạn có thể nắm vững các thuật ngữ và cụm từ chuyên ngành, từ đó cải thiện khả năng hiểu và giao tiếp trong lĩnh vực đó.
Từ vựng về gia đình là một trong những chủ đề dễ tiếp cận đối với trẻ em và những người mới học tiếng Anh. Hãy cùng Xpert English điểm qua những từ vựng về chủ đề này nhé!
Nhóm 1: Từ vựng về thành viên trong gia đình (Family Members):
Từ vựng | Nghĩa của từ(Tiếng Việt) | Nghĩa của từ(Tiếng Anh – theo Cambridge Dictionary) | Ví dụ |
grandfather = grandpa | ông | the father of a person’s mother or father | My grandfather loves travelling. |
grandmother = grandma | bà | the mother of a person’s father or mother | My grandmother loves cooking. |
mother = mom | mẹ | a female parent | My mother has a beautiful T-shirt. |
father = dad | cha | a male parent | My father taught me how to drive a car. |
sister | chị/ em gái | a girl or woman who has the same parents as another person | My sister is a singer. |
brother | anh/em trai | a man or boy with the same parents as another person | My brother is an engineer. |
aunt | bác/cô/ dì | the sister of someone’s father or mother, or the wife of someone’s uncle or aunt | My aunt is coming to visit us next weekend. |
uncle | bác/chú/ cậu | the brother of someone’s mother or father, or the husband of someone’s aunt or uncle | My uncle taught me how to fish when I was a kid. |
cousin | Anh chị em họ | a child of a person’s aunt or uncle, or, more generally, a distant (= not close) relation | David’s cousin played football with him last week. |
nephew | cháu trai | a son of your sister or brother, or a son of the sister or brother of your husband or wife | Helen’s nephew loves dancing. |
niece | cháu gái | a daughter of your brother or sister, or a daughter of your husband’s or wife’s brother or sister | My niece had studied at Harvard University. |
stepfather | cha dượng | the man who is married to someone’s biological (= related by birth) parent, but who is not their biological father | John’s stepfather is a kind person. |
stepmother | mẹ kế | the woman who is married to someone’s biological (= related by birth) parent but who is not their biological mother | Julian’s stepmother taught her how take care of her hair. |
stepbrother | anh/ em trai kế | not your parents’ son, but the son of a person that one of your parents has married | Josue’s stepbrother spent 2 hours teaching him how to play badminton. |
stepsister | chị/ em gái kế | not your parents’ daughter, but the daughter of a person one of your parents has married | Maya’s stepsister is a lawyer. |
twin brother | anh em sinh đôi | brother that was born with one other or as a pair at one birth | My twin brother is good at Math. |
twin sister | chị em sinh đôi | sister that was born with one other or as a pair at one birth | My twin sister is a teacher. |
elder sister/ brother | anh/ chị | a sister/brother who is older than the other sister(s), brother(s). | My elder sister is an accountant. |
younger sister/ brother | em trai/ em gái | a sister/brother who is younger than the other sister(s), brother(s). | David’s younger brother is a chef. |
husband | chồng | the man that you are married to | Julian’s husband is a cardiologist (bác sĩ tim mạch). |
wife | vợ | the woman that you are married to | Kelvin and his wife have suggested bought a penthouse by their saving money. |
Để dễ dàng hình dung hơn về các từ vựng trên, bạn có thể xem thêm về cây phả hệ (family tree diagram) trong hình dưới đây.
Nhóm 2: Từ vựng về mối quan hệ gia đình (Family relationship):
Từ vựng | Nghĩa của từ(tiếng Việt) | Nghĩa của từ(Tiếng Anh – theo Cambridge Dictionary) | Ví dụ |
family | gia đình | a group of people who are related to each other, such as a mother, a father, and their children | Last week, a new family moved in next door. |
ancestor | tổ tiên | a person related to you who lived a long time ago | My ancestors immigrated to this country in search of a better life and opportunities. |
descendant | hậu duệ | a person who is related to you and who lives after you, such as your child or grandchild | She is a descendant of a long line of skilled artisans, carrying on the family tradition with pride. |
grandparents | ông bà | the father or mother of a person’s father or mother | During the summer holidays, I often visit my grandparents’ house in the countryside to spend quality time with them. |
Grandchildren = grandchild | cháu | the child of your son or daughter | The grandparents were overjoyed to have all their grandchildren gathered together for a family reunion. |
parents | ba mẹ | a mother or father of a person or an animal, or someone who looks after a person in the same way that a parent does | My parents are celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary next month, and we’re planning a special surprise party for them. |
children | con cái | your sons or daughters | Helen’s children surprised her with breakfast in bed on Mother’s Day, showing their love and appreciation for her. |
siblings | anh/ chị/ em | brother or sister | Growing up, my siblings and I spent countless hours playing together and creating unforgettable memories. |
relatives | họ hàng | a member of your family | We’re planning a family reunion next month, inviting all our relatives from near and far to come together and celebrate. |
spouse | vợ chồng | a person’s husband or wife | My spouse and I enjoy going for long walks in the park together, cherishing each other’s company and conversations. |
In-laws | Bố mẹ vợ/chồnghoặc anh/em rể hoặc chị/em dâu | a parent of your husband or wife or a member of his or her family | My relationship with my in-laws is fantastic; they treat me like one of their own children. |
Step-parent | cha/mẹ kế | a parent who is married to the father or mother of a child, but who is not that child’s biological (= related by birth) father or mother; a stepfather or stepmother | My step-parent has been a supportive and caring figure in my life, always there to offer guidance and encouragement. |
Adoption | nhận nuôi | the act of legally taking a child to be taken care of as your own | After years of trying to conceive, they decided to pursue adoption and were overjoyed when they finally welcomed their adopted child into their family. |
Nhóm 3: Từ vựng về loại gia đình:
Từ vựng | Nghĩa của từ(tiếng Việt) | Nghĩa của từ(Tiếng Anh – theo Cambridge Dictionary) | Ví dụ |
nuclear family | gia đình hạt nhân = gia đình chỉ có bố mẹ và con cái | a family consisting of two parents and their children, but not including aunts, uncles, grandparents, etc. | In many Western cultures, the nuclear family typically consists of a mother, father, and their children living together in one household. |
single-parent family= one-parent family | gia đình bố hoặc mẹ đơn thân | a family that includes either a mother or a father but not both | As a single-parent family, she works hard to provide for her children while also being their primary caregiver. |
blended family | gia đình có cha mẹ kế sống cùng con riêng của một hoặc cả hai người | a family that consists of two adults, the child or children that they have had together, and one or more children that they have had with previous partners | Their blended family includes children from their previous marriages, and they’ve worked hard to create a loving and supportive environment for everyone involved. |
extended family | đại gia đình (gia đình có nhiều thế hệ cùng chung sống) | a family unit that includes grandmothers, grandfathers, aunts, and uncles, etc. in addition to parents and children | We’re hosting a barbecue this weekend and inviting our extended family, including aunts, uncles, and cousins, for a fun-filled day of food and laughter. |
adoptive family | gia đình nhận con nuôi (có bố mẹ và con nuôi) | a family that has legally taken a child into their care and raised them as their own, despite not being biologically related to the child. | Their adoptive family welcomed them with open arms, providing a loving home and endless support throughout their childhood and beyond. |
Nhóm 4: Các từ vựng liên quan khác.
Từ vựng | Nghĩa của từ(tiếng Việt) | Nghĩa của từ(Tiếng Anh) | Ví dụ |
bonding | gắn kết | the process by which a close emotional relationship is developed | The camping trip provided an excellent opportunity for father and son bonding, as they shared stories around the campfire and hiked together through the wilderness. |
reunion | đoàn tụ | an event/ occasion for family members who have not seen each other for a long time/ | The family reunion was filled with laughter, hugs, and shared memories as relatives from around the country gathered together after years apart. |
inherit | thừa kế | to receive money, a house, etc. from someone (usually received from family members) after they have died | She was thrilled to inherit her grandmother’s antique necklace, a cherished family heirloom passed down through generations. |
generation gap | khoảng cách thế hệ | a situation in which older and younger people do not understand each other because of their different experiences, opinions, habits, and behaviour | There is often a generation gap between parents and their children, leading to differences in perspectives and values. |
affection | sự yêu mến | A gentle feeling of fondness or liking. | She shows her affection for her children by giving them hugs and kisses. |
harmony | hòa hợp | Agreement or concord. | Our family strives to maintain harmony and understanding. |
conflict | xung đột | A serious disagreement or argument. | There was a conflict between the siblings over who would get the last piece of cake. |
unity | đoàn kết | the state of being united or joined as a whole. | Our family believes in unity and supporting each other through thick and thin. |
nurture | nuôi dưỡng | to take care of, feed, and protect someone or something, especially young children or plants, and help him, her, or it to develop | Parents play a crucial role in the development of their children, using love and guidance to nurture them into confident and compassionate individuals. |
respect | tôn trọng | A feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements. | We were taught to treat everyone with respect, regardless of their background. |
responsibility | trách nhiệm | The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over some | As the oldest sibling, I have a lot of responsibility in the family. |
family values | giá trị gia đình | The moral and ethical principles are traditionally upheld and passed down within a family. | Honesty and integrity are important family values in our household. |
guardian | người giám hộ | A person who has been legally appointed to take care of a child whose parents are unable to care for them. | My aunt is my legal guardian since my parents passed away. |
foster care | nuôi dưỡng chăm sóc trong thời gian ngắn | the care of a child, usually for a limited time, by someone who is not the child’s legal parent: | She has been in foster care since she was six years old. |
Sau khi có được bộ từ vựng về chủ đề gia đình, người học có thể lựa chọn từ vựng và viết thành đoạn văn. Điều này vừa giúp luyện kỹ năng viết vừa giúp bạn học từ vựng được hiệu quả hơn. Xpert English sẽ làm mẫu 1 đoạn văn từ những từ vựng được lấy trong bộ từ vựng phía trên.
“Our family, like many others, values unity and support. Despite the occasional conflict, we strive to maintain harmony and understanding. My parents have always been supportive of my decisions, nurturing my aspirations and providing encouragement along the way. I have two siblings, an older brother, and a younger sister, and our bond is strong. We cherish traditions like gathering for dinner every Sunday, where we share stories and laughter. Our extended family, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, adds richness to our lives. Together, we create a support system built on love, trust, and respect, embodying the true essence of kinship”
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