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Family Vocabulary Worksheet

Free printable ESL worksheet — match, fill-in and categorise 15 family and relationship words. Word bank included. Answer key provided.

Level: A1–A2 3 Exercises Word Bank Answer Key Included

📔 Word Bank — Use these words in Exercise 2

motherfathersisterbrother grandmothergrandfatherauntuncle cousinnephewniecehusband wifefiancéstepmother

Exercise 1 — Match the Family Word (Write the correct family word next to each description.)

1.
The son of your brother or sister.
2.
The daughter of your brother or sister.
3.
A man who is engaged to be married.
4.
The woman who has married your father after the death or divorce of your mother.
5.
The sister of your parent, or your uncle’s wife.

Exercise 2 — Fill in the Blank (Use a word from the Word Bank to complete each sentence.)

  1. His works as a doctor in the local hospital.
  2. Her taught her to ride a bike when she was five.
  3. She has two and one brother.
  4. His lives in Australia.
  5. Her told wonderful stories about the old days.
  6. My fought in the Second World War.
  7. His took him fishing every summer.
  8. She spent the summer with her in Ireland.

Exercise 3 — Categorise the Family Words (Sort these 12 words into the correct column: mother, father, sister, brother, grandmother, grandfather, aunt, uncle, husband, wife, fiancé, stepmother)

👪 Immediate Family
👫 Extended Family
💍 By Marriage

Note: Family structures vary between cultures, so some answers may be discussed differently (e.g. a stepmother could also be seen as part of the immediate household). If you disagree with the key, write your reason below — discussion is welcome!

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Exercise 1

  1. nephew
  2. niece
  3. fiancé
  4. stepmother
  5. aunt

Exercise 2

  1. mother
  2. father
  3. sisters (sister)
  4. brother
  5. grandmother
  6. grandfather
  7. uncle
  8. cousins (cousin)

Exercise 3 (suggested answers)

Immediate Family: mother, father, sister, brother

Extended Family: grandmother, grandfather, aunt, uncle

By Marriage: husband, wife, fiancé, stepmother

Accept reasonable alternatives with justification (e.g. stepmother as immediate family in a blended household).

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Practice Online: Match Up

Match each family word to its correct definition on screen! A fun way to reinforce the meanings from this worksheet.

Try Match Up →

Family Vocabulary Worksheet — FAQ

What family vocabulary words are covered in this worksheet?
The worksheet covers 15 family and relationship words: mother, father, sister, brother, grandmother, grandfather, aunt, uncle, cousin, nephew, niece, husband, wife, fiancé, and stepmother.
What level is this family vocabulary worksheet?
This worksheet is designed for A1–A2 (Beginner to Elementary) learners, making it ideal for young learners and complete beginners building their core English vocabulary.
What exercises are included?
The worksheet includes three exercises: (1) match a family word to its description, (2) fill in sentences from a word bank, and (3) categorise family words into immediate family, extended family, and by-marriage groups.
Is this worksheet suitable for young learners?
Yes. The vocabulary, sentence structures, and exercise types are simple enough for young learners aged 7 and above, as well as adult beginners.
What is the difference between immediate family, extended family, and family by marriage?
Immediate family includes the people you live with or your closest relatives: parents, siblings, and children (e.g. mother, father, sister, brother). Extended family includes relatives beyond the immediate household (e.g. grandmother, grandfather, aunt, uncle). Family by marriage includes relationships created through marriage or engagement (e.g. husband, wife, fiancé, stepmother).
Can I use a word bank for all exercises?
The word bank is provided at the top of the worksheet for Exercise 2 (fill-in). For Exercise 1 (matching), students match by reading descriptions. Exercise 3 uses 12 words from the word bank for categorisation.
Is an answer key provided?
Yes. A collapsible answer key is included at the bottom of the page. Open it before printing if you want to include the answers on the printed sheet.
What online exercise can students use after this worksheet?
The LexFizz Match Up exercise is a great follow-up for family vocabulary. Students match family words to their definitions on screen, reinforcing the meanings learned in this worksheet.
How do you use possessives with family vocabulary?
Possessives are natural with family vocabulary: ‘my sister’s husband’ (apostrophe s for a single person), ‘my parents’ house’ (apostrophe after s for plural). Practising possessive forms alongside family words helps learners build accurate, natural sentences about relationships.
How long does this vocabulary worksheet take?
Most A1–A2 learners complete all three exercises in 15–20 minutes. The categorisation exercise in Exercise 3 can generate useful discussion, so allow extra time for a class setting.