家系

kakei

「家系」はどういう意味ですか?

family lineage

この家系は江戸時代から続く伝統を持っている。

This family lineage has traditions dating back to the Edo period.


「家系」の正しい使い方は?

formal

The lineage or ancestry of a family, tracing the descent of a family through generations.

彼の家系は武士の血統を引いている。

His family lineage descends from samurai blood.

家系図を調べて先祖を探る。

Researching the family lineage to trace ancestors.

Often used in historical or genealogical contexts to describe the continuity of a family's heritage.

Collocations

家系図family tree家系の歴史family history家系を調べるto research one's lineage

Related Phrases

家系図を作るphrase
to create a family tree
家系を引くphrase
to descend from a particular lineage

Pro Tip

Cultural Significance

In Japan, family lineage (家系) is often tied to social status, especially in historical contexts.

Gold Rule

Formal Usage

家系 is typically used in formal or historical discussions, not casual conversation.

Word Origin

Composed of 家 (家, 'household' or 'family') and 系 (系, 'lineage' or 'line').

Usage Notes

The term is often used in formal or historical contexts to discuss family heritage, particularly in Japan where family lineage has cultural significance.

Word Breakdown

家
household or family
root
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系
lineage or line
root
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