family history

noun
UK: /ˈfæməli ˈhɪstəri/
US: /ˈfæməli ˈhɪstəri/

  1. The study of one's ancestors and their lives.

    1. My family history is a hobby of mine.
    2. Tracing our family history revealed some interesting facts about our ancestors.

  2. A record or account of the past events in the development of a family.

    1. The book tells our family history.
    2. Understanding our family history can provide insights into our present circumstances.

  3. The known medical conditions and health issues that have occurred in a person's family.

    1. Doctors need family history for diagnosis.
    2. Knowing your family history of heart disease is important for preventative care.

Synonyms

genealogy ancestry family tree pedigree

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "family history" in English means: The study of one's ancestors and their lives., A record or account of the past events in the development of a family., The known medical conditions and health issues that have occurred in a person's family..

The phonetic transcription of "family history" is /ˈfæməli ˈhɪstəri/ in British English and /ˈfæməli ˈhɪstəri/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "family history": genealogy, ancestry, family tree, pedigree.

Example usage of "family history": "My family history is a hobby of mine.". More examples on the page.