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VocabJLPT N3

relative

Noun

Definitions

1. relative
2. relation

This noun means "relatives" or "extended family," referring to family members beyond one's immediate household. It is used when talking about gatherings, family trees, or relationships with people you are related to but don't live with. You might mention this word around holidays when extended families get together.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"I get nervous around relatives," he said.

Sentence 2

Maybe I should drop in on my relatives every now and then.

Sentence 3

When you think about it, is family really just about blood?

Sentence 4

Wait, you don't even know their name and they're your relative?

Sentence 5

Relatives feel close, but somehow distant at the same time, you know?