French Phrase
Quelles sont tes valeurs familiales ?
Meaning
Literally, ‘What are your family values?’ The question asks someone to describe the principles, beliefs, or habits that shape their family life, such as respect, solidarity, or tradition.
When to use
Use this sentence in informal, personal conversations – for example when getting to know a new friend, during a job interview that explores cultural fit, or in a family gathering where people discuss what matters most to them.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Quellessonttesvaleursfamiliales?
Quelles
Interrogative adjective meaning 'which' or 'what', agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies (feminine plural here).
sont
Third‑person plural of the verb être (to be). Used because the subject ‘valeurs’ is plural.
tes
Informal second‑person singular possessive adjective. Use ‘vos’ for a formal or plural context.
valeurs
Feminine plural noun meaning ‘values’. The plural triggers the feminine plural agreement of the adjectives.
familiales
Adjective meaning ‘family‑related’, placed after the noun and agrees in gender/number (feminine plural).
Question mark
In spoken French the intonation rises at the end; in writing the question mark signals an interrogative sentence.
🗨In Conversation
Quelles sont tes valeurs familiales ?
What are your family values?
Nous accordons beaucoup d’importance à la solidarité, au respect des aînés et à la transmission des traditions culinaires.
We place a lot of importance on solidarity, respecting elders, and passing down culinary traditions.
✕Common Mistakes
Quelles sont vos valeurs familiales ?
‘Vos’ is formal/plural; use ‘tes’ only in informal singular contexts.
Quelles est ta valeur familiale ?
The noun must be plural because you’re asking about multiple values.
Quelles sont tes valeurs familial ?
The adjective must agree with the feminine plural noun ‘valeurs’.
↔Alternatives
Quelles sont les valeurs de ta famille ?
What are the values of your family?
Qu’est‑ce qui compte le plus dans ta famille ?
What matters most in your family?
Quels principes guident ta famille ?
Which principles guide your family?
Cultural Tip
In French culture, family is often seen as a source of identity and support. When asking about values, keep a respectful tone; using ‘tes’ signals familiarity, while ‘vos’ would be appropriate with someone you don’t know well or in a professional setting. Also, French speakers may expect you to share a brief personal example after answering, as the exchange is usually reciprocal.