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family values
UK/ˈfæməli ˈvæljuːz/US/ˈfæməli ˈvæljuz/FAM·i·ly VAL·ues
the beliefs and moral principles a family considers important
Examples
“Many cultures emphasise family values such as respect for elders.”
“Schools sometimes discuss family values in citizenship lessons.”
“Changes in society can affect traditional family values.”
Band 8 sentence
“Debates about policy often turn to how best to support family values while respecting individual rights.”
Collocations
- traditional family values
- promote family values
Word family
Common mistakes
family value→family values
the family values is important→family values are important
Say it for a higher band
5family value→6family values→7+family values
Synonyms
moral values
Easily confused
moral values
“Teachers sometimes discuss moral values and ethics in class.”
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