Chinese Kinship Calculator
Calculate and understand complex Chinese family relationships with an intuitive interface. Perfect for learning Chinese family titles and exploring extended family connections.
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Chinese Kinship System Overview
The Chinese kinship system is one of the most complex and precise kinship systems in the world, with distinct terms for almost every family relationship.
This calculator helps you navigate the intricate web of Chinese family titles and relationships.
Key Features
- Patrilineal vs. Matrilineal Distinction
- Generational Hierarchy
- Age-based Distinctions
- Gender-specific Terms
- Marriage Relationship Terms
Common Confusion Points
- Paternal vs. Maternal Relatives
- Direct vs. Marriage Relationships
- Regional Variations in Terms
- Historical vs. Modern Usage
Age and Birth Order in Kinship Terms
In Chinese kinship system, age differences significantly affect terminology:
- Same-generation relatives are distinguished by elder/younger (e.g., 哥哥/弟弟, 姐姐/妹妹)
- Birth order may be indicated with prefixes (e.g., 大伯/二叔, 大姑/二姨)
- The calculator provides basic terms - in real usage, add numerical prefixes for birth order when needed
Example: Father's brothers are differentiated as 伯伯 (older than father) and 叔叔 (younger than father)
Age affects kinship terms
For example, mother's brother's son would be:
- 表弟 (younger cousin) if he's younger than you
- 表哥 (elder cousin) if he's older than you
💡 Use the Age Comparison option in the calculator when determining relationship with same-generation relatives
Common Kinship Terms
Usage Tips
- Use the relationship chain feature to understand how terms are derived
- For complex relationships, build them step by step using the quick input buttons
- Regional variations exist - the calculator uses standard Mandarin terms
- Try both directions (I call them/They call me) to understand reciprocal relationships
- Consider age differences when using terms - add appropriate age indicators when needed
