English Expression · Intermediate
family name
A family’s honor or reputation
Pronunciation: say family name
Meaning
A family’s honor or reputation.
Example
In the Chinese name Mao Zedong, Mao is the family name and Zedong is the given name.
In the Chinese name Mao Zedong, Mao is the family name and Zedong is the given name.
Practice tips
- Practice family name out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.