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How to Say "These are my kids" in Italian
Say 'Questi sono i miei figli' to introduce your children in Italian. Perfect for family gatherings and casual introductions.
Questi sono i miei figli.
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Use this phrase when introducing your children to someone new, perhaps a friend, colleague, or acquaintance. It's a straightforward way to state your relationship.
Alternatives
- Questi sono i miei bambini.Use this if your children are very young.
- Loro sono i miei figli.Slightly more emphatic, pointing them out.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'figli' with 'figlie'
'Figli' is for sons and daughters together; 'figlie' is only for daughters.
Incorrect article 'questi'
Always use 'questi' for masculine plural nouns like 'figli'.
A small cultural note
Italians often have very close family ties and are proud to introduce their children. Don't be surprised if people ask follow-up questions about them!
Frequently asked
how to say these are my kids in italian
The most common way is 'Questi sono i miei figli.' This works for sons and daughters.
italian for my children
You can say 'i miei figli' for children in general, or 'i miei bambini' if they are very young.
difference between figli and bambini
'Figli' refers to sons and daughters of any age. 'Bambini' specifically means young children, like toddlers or preschoolers.
