mi árbol genealógico
/mi aɾbol xenealoxiko/from spelling rules
In Spanish, "my family tree" is mi árbol genealógico.
This phrase refers to a diagram or chart that illustrates the ancestors and descendants of a person's family.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to "my genealogical tree".
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, the árbol genealógico is supplemented by compadrazgo, a system of godparentage that treats chosen spiritual bonds as equal to blood relations.
- If a person's family history is particularly chaotic or confusing, a Spaniard might abandon the image of a tree and call it a maraña, which means 'a tangle'.
- While árbol genealógico is the standard term for the chart, writers often use the word estirpe to describe the lineage or 'stock' of a family tree to imply nobility or prestige.
Examples in context
- Estoy dibujando mi árbol genealógico.I am drawing my family tree.
- Mi árbol genealógico es muy extenso.My family tree is very extensive.
Example conversation
Daniel and Sofía are looking at an old book in a library.
- DanielMira, este libro tiene mi árbol genealógico.Look, this book has my family tree.
- SofíaEs increíble, Daniel, tiene mucha información.It is incredible, Daniel, it has a lot of information.
- DanielSí, mi árbol genealógico es muy antiguo.Yes, my family tree is very old.
- SofíaEs un tesoro para tu familia.It is a treasure for your family.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
