How to say "Do you have kids?" in Russian
У тебя есть дети?
U te-BYA yest DE-ti?
What does it mean?
A direct question about whether the person has children.
When to use
Appropriate when the conversation naturally shifts to family life, usually after getting to know someone a bit.
When NOT to use
Do not ask this within the first 5 minutes of meeting someone, as it can feel intrusive.
Example dialogue
— У тебя есть дети?
— Do you have kids?
— Да, у меня сын и дочь.
— Yes, I have a son and a daughter.
Cultural note
Family is very important in Russian culture. People are generally happy to share photos and stories of their children once they feel comfortable with you.
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