Come sta la famiglia?
How is the family?
Language note: Use 'sta' for singular contexts (the family unit).
Culture note: Family is central in Italian culture and asking about family shows care.
Context: You want to know how the family has been during your time apart.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Come
[koh-meh]
How
Initiates a question regarding status or condition.
Come sta la famiglia dopo la vacanza?
How is the family after the holiday?
sta
[stah]
is
Third person singular of 'stare', used to ask for a state or condition.
Mi chiedo come sta il cane.
I wonder how the dog is.
la
[lah]
the
Definite article used before singular feminine nouns.
La famiglia è a casa oggi.
The family is at home today.
famiglia
[fah-meel-ya]
family
A group consisting of parents and their children.
La famiglia sta bene.
The family is well.
Phrase Parts
Come
How
Used to inquire about the condition or state of something.
Come stai?
How are you?
sta
is
Third person singular of 'stare', indicating state or condition.
Lui sta bene.
He is well.
la famiglia
the family
Refers to one's family members collectively.
La famiglia è a casa.
The family is at home.
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