Chinese Family Relationship Calculator
Curious about how to address your relatives in Chinese?
Use this calculator to find the correct Chinese term for your relatives. Just select your gender and build a family path — the tool will tell you exactly what to call them in Chinese.
Select your gender:
Select your family members:
About
The Chinese Family Tree Calculator is a helpful tool designed to decode and simplify the complex kinship system in Chinese culture. Unlike in English, where most relatives are referred to with general terms like "uncle" or "cousin," Chinese family terms are much more specific. They depend on factors like age, gender, and whether the relative is from the maternal or paternal side.
This tool allows you to select your own gender and then build a relationship path step-by-step by choosing different family members (e.g., 爸爸 for father, 妈妈 for mother, 哥哥 for older brother). Once your relationship path is complete, the calculator determines the exact Chinese term for that relative.
Whether you're a language learner, a student of Chinese culture, or just curious about your extended family relationships, this tool is an easy and interactive way to explore and understand traditional Chinese kinship terms.
How to Use
This calculator helps you determine the specific Chinese kinship term for any family relationship. Here's how to use it:
- Select your gender at the top.
- Click the buttons to add family members in the order of relationships you want to explore (e.g., father, brother, daughter). You can add up to 4 members in the relationship path.
- The relationship path will be shown in the text area below the buttons.
- Click "Calculate Relationship" to see the precise Chinese term describing your selected family connection.
- You can reset the form anytime by clicking the "Reset" button.
This tool is especially useful for understanding complex family terms and cultural relationships in Chinese genealogy.
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FAQ
Q1: What is this Chinese Family Tree Calculator?
A: It's a tool designed to help you find the correct Chinese kinship term for any family relationship by selecting a series of family members starting from yourself.
Q2: How do I use the calculator?
A: First, select your gender. Then click on up to 4 family member buttons in the order that reflects the relationship you want to explore. Press "Calculate Relationship" to see the specific Chinese term.
Q3: Why can I only select up to 4 family members?
A: Limiting selections helps keep the relationships manageable and ensures accurate results, as extremely long chains can become ambiguous.
Q4: Can I use this tool for non-Chinese family relationships?
A: This calculator is designed specifically for Chinese kinship terms and cultural family structures. It may not be accurate for other cultural contexts.
Q5: Why does the result sometimes look complicated?
A: Chinese kinship terms are very specific and nuanced, often distinguishing relationships that are generalized in English. The result reflects this rich detail.
Q6: Can I use this on my mobile device?
A: Yes, the calculator is designed to be responsive and works on both desktop and mobile browsers.