Family, relationships

Question 1

Adolescent

Answer 1

The word adolescent can be translated into Vietnamese as thanh thiếu niên.

It refers to a young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult, typically between the ages of 13 and 19.

Synonyms: teenagers

For example:
• Adolescent behavior can be unpredictable.
• Hành vi của thanh thiếu niên có thể khó đoán trước.

Question 2

Immediate family

Answer 2

Gia đình ruột thịt
This term refers to the closest family members, including:

Father – Cha / Bố
Mother – Mẹ / Má
Brother – Anh trai / Em trai
Sister – Chị gái / Em gái
Son – Con trai
Daughter – Con gái

Question 3

My own family/my family/my nuclear family

Answer 3

gia đình riêng của tôi/gia đình tôi
This would typically include:

Husband – Chồng
Wife – Vợ
Son – Con trai
Daughter – Con gái

Question 4

Extended family

Answer 4

Gia đình mở rộng/họ hàng
This refers to family members beyond the immediate or nuclear family, such as:

Grandparents – Ông bà
Uncle – Chú / Bác / Cậu
Aunt – Cô / Dì / Mợ
Cousin – Anh chị em họ
Nephew – Cháu trai
Niece – Cháu gái

Question 5

Family gatherings

Answer 5

Họp mặt gia đình

Question 6

Sibling rivalry

Answer 6

Sự canh tranh giữa anh chị em trong gia đình
/ˈraɪ.vəl.ri/.

Although sibling rivalry is common in many families, it can also help siblings develop important life skills like negotiation, empathy (đồng cảm), and conflict resolution

Question 7

Stable upbringing

Answer 7

sự nuôi dưỡng ổn định
A stable upbringing can help children develop better

Characteristics of a Stable Upbringing:
Emotional Support – Providing love, affection, and encouragement.
Vietnamese: “Sự hỗ trợ tình cảm”.

Consistency – Having regular routines, rules, and expectations.
Vietnamese: “Sự nhất quán”.

Safety – Ensuring a secure environment, free from abuse or neglect.
Vietnamese: “An toàn”.

Educational Opportunities – Access to education and learning resources.
Vietnamese: “Cơ hội giáo dục”.

Positive Role Models – Having parents or guardians who demonstrate healthy behaviors and values.
Vietnamese: “Mô hình tích cực”.

Question 8

Active role

Answer 8

Vai trò tích cực/chủ động
Taking an active role in raising children

Question 9

Family resemblance

Answer 9

Sự giống nhau trong gia đình
This term refers to the physical or behavioral traits that family members share, often due to genetic inheritance.
There is a lot of family resemblance in my family, from appearance to personality.

Question 10

Physical resemblance

Answer 10

Sự giống nhau về ngoại hình
People often say that I have a physical resemblance to my mother
We have a resemblance in facial shape

Question 11

Striking resemblance

Answer 11

Sự giống nhau nổi bật
The two sisters have a striking resemblance

Question 12

Maternal instinct

Answer 12

Bản năng làm mẹ
The maternal instinct helps her always know how to care for her children in the best way

Question 13

Maternal relatives

Answer 13

Họ hàng bên ngoại

Question 14

Paternal relatives

Answer 14

Họ hàng bên nội

Question 15

Rewarding friendship

Answer 15

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