Lesson 3 of Minna no Nihongo I introduces beginners to vocabulary related to family members, people, and relationships. This lesson helps learners describe their family, ask about othersβ families, and use polite expressions when talking about people. Key vocabulary includes words such as βγγγ (kazoku) β family,β βγ‘γ‘ (chichi) β my father,β βγ―γ― (haha) β my mother,β βγγ¨γγγ (otousan) β father,β βγγγγγ (okaasan) β mother,β βγγ« (ani) β my older brother,β βγγ (ane) β my older sister,β βγγ«γγγ (oniisan) β older brother,β βγγγγγ (oneesan) β older sister,β βγγγγ γ (kyoudai) β siblings,β βγγ©γ (kodomo) β child,β βγγ£γ¨ (otto) β my husband,β βγ€γΎ (tsuma) β my wifeβ and similar words for family members and relatives. The lesson also emphasizes polite forms for talking about othersβ families, which is essential in Japanese culture. Strategies for mastering Lesson 3 vocabulary include creating family trees with Japanese labels, repetition, flashcards, and using the words in simple sentences, which reinforce memory and practical usage. Practicing this vocabulary allows learners to introduce their family, ask about others, and engage in polite conversations about people and relationships. Lesson 3 vocabulary builds a strong foundation for personal and social communication, helping learners progress naturally in Minna no Nihongo I.